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.
Grocery Chain Aldi is Expanding Organics to Meet Consumer Demand
Aldi’s move toward all-natural, affordable foods has made it a fierce competitor of Whole Foods and even Walmart because of its ridiculously low prices.
Utilizing the Benefits of Antioxidants to Improve Memory
The benefits of antioxidants are abundant, working wonders to fight cancer, reverse the aging process, and improve memory.
Sugary Drinks | Over Consumed and Health Threatening
New research released by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) shows that half of the US population above age 2 consumes sugary drinks daily. These sugary drinks are soda, sweetened…
Top 12 Pesticide-Dosed Foods of 2018 – Along with the 15 Cleanest Foods
The Environmental Working Group’s 2018 Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists rank the pesticide and pesticide residue content of 47 different types of produce.
This Organic Oil Could Reduce DNA Damage from Eating GMOs
Researchers say that organic extra virgin olive oil may just be able to reduce the DNA damage caused by eating genetically modified foods.
Baltimore, Other Big Cities Push for Warning Labels on Sugary Drinks
Next week, the Baltimore City Council will consider a bill that will require warning labels on sugary drinks similar to those found on tobacco products.