Nutrition and Diet: Food Ingredients, Labels, and More
Welcome to our nutrition and diet page, where you can learn about what you’re really eating. If you’re seeking guidance on meal planning, exploring dietary trends, or aiming to learn about nutrients in food so that you can make informed food choices, you are in the right place. We are always improving this page – so be sure to check back often.
80% of Americans Exposed to Fertility-Ruining Pesticides in Oat-Based Foods
A concerning discovery has been made regarding the presence of a chemical pesticide, chlormequat, in oat-based foods available in the U.S.
FDA: Children’s Applesauce PURPOSELY Contaminated with Heavy Metals
The FDA believes certain brands of children’s applesauce have been intentionally contaminated with heavy metals lead chromate.
Virus-Resistant GMO Pork Inches Closer to Human Consumption Amidst Consumer Uncertainty
Virus-resistant pork from genetically modified pigs could soon be served as your next meal. Are you ready for GMO bacon?
Zinc “Crucial” for Improving Blood Sugar Regulation for Diabetics
Good news for diabetics. A meta analysis suggests zinc supplementation plays a crucial role in enhancing blood sugar control.
10 Super Weird Exotic Superfoods You Haven’t Heard Of
Nature is astounding in her repertoire. Here are 10 super weird exotic superfoods you may never have heard of before.
The Health Benefits of Pistachios: Heart Health, Eye Health, Cancer Prevention
Although from Western Asia originally, pistachios have been eaten for thousands of years throughout the Mediterranean. Nuts in general are a great source of protein and healthy fats, but did…
Food Scientists: New GMO Potatoes ‘Extremely Worrisome’
Major food scientists are speaking out over the ‘worrisome’ newly approved genetically modified potatoes set for sale in the US.
Assaulting Cancer: 5 Natural Ways to Boost Natural Killer Cells
Did you know natural foods boost the production of cancer-killing cells in your body? Here are 5 ways to increase natural killer cells to fight cancer.
Gluten Free Diets May Do More Harm than Good for Children
New research warns that tacking children off gluten, while citing celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, could actually be more damaging than helpful.
6 Foods and Herbs for Arthritis and Other Inflammatory Pain
There are plenty of foods and herbs that can be taken or used to relieve this arthritic, inflammatory-related pain – no drugs required.