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.
Boost Intelligence with a Single Dose of this Awesome Juice
Looking to boost brain power? A recent study shows how anyone can boost cognitive function after drinking just one glass of wonderful beet juice.
“Maybe it’s Not the Gluten,” Study Says to the Public
While the gluten-free diet trend has spiked, the number of people who suffer from Celiac disease – characterized by a gluten intolerance – remains stable.
11 Reasons to Grow & Eat Sunflower Greens
Sunflowers offer incredible health benefits, and you can eat many parts of the plant. Here are 11 reasons to consider growing your own organic sunflowers.
Iowa State University Students and Faculty Call GMO Banana Trials Into Question
Iowa State University students were recruited to take part in experimental trials involving GMO bananas, but there are so many issues, people got angry.
What – You Still Think Salt Consumption Causes High Blood Pressure?
Do you still think high sodium intake leads to high blood pressure? Actually, this is a myth. Here is the story, plus a sound solution for hypertension.
Scientists Find This Key Factor May Contribute to Overeating
Scientists believe that eating and looking for food when you are not even hungry could be the result of a hormone deficiency in the brain.