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.
Curcumin Found to Inhibit Cancer Cell Growth Yet Again
Researchers have found that curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, has the power to inhibit the growth of esophageal cancer cell lines.
Ginger Shows Promise in Reducing Prostate Cancer Tumors
Ginger, a cousin spice of super anti-cancer substance turmeric, is known for its ability to shrink tumors. Astoundingly, it is even more effective than many cancer drugs, which have been…
Apples Extend Fruit Fly Life by 10%, Equivalent of About 7 Human Years
Polyphenols in apples were found to extend the lifespan of a fruit fly by an average of 10 percent in a study – the equivalent to about 7 years for…
Is Your Juice Any Better than a Soft Drink?
Some of the most popular health juices were analyzed for sugar content in a recent study. Many had more sugar than 5 chocolate chip cookies—around 39 grams.
Study Says Diet Sodas Better than Water for Weight Loss – Could it be True?
A study funded by the American Beverage Association suggests diet soft drinks are even better than water when it comes to losing weight. Could it be true?
10 Reasons to Ignore Mainstream Medicine’s “Conventional Wisdom” on Salt
Do you still think salt consumption causes high blood pressure and heart attacks? The taboo on salt has been challenged – here is the truth about salt.