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.
Food Companies are Trying to Hide Trans Fat in our Food, Despite FDA Ban
The FDA recently banned trans fats, but food companies are asking the FDA for permission to add less than a gram of fat to certain foods. Is it safe?
Sugar-Free Products Lead to Obesity, Tooth Damage, and Cancer
Artificial sweeteners and ‘sugar free’ alternatives were once a fad of sorts; but manufacturers have produced many alternatives to conventional sugar sweetening. Unfortunately, the majority of these artificial sweeteners like…
Not Eating this Green Superfood? You’re Crazy
Are you eating avocados every day? If not, you should be! From weight loss to lowering blood pressure, here are 5 reasons to always eat avocados.
3 Big Reasons Why You Actually Need Butter in Your Diet
Are you still trying to decide on the butter vs margarine debate? Don’t. Here are 3 important reasons to make butter a regular part of your diet.
Chocolate Reduces Cardiovascular Disease Risk by 39%, Stroke by 29%
Recent investigations published in the British Medical Journal show that eating chocolate is linked to a 39% lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 29% reduced risk of stroke.
10 Compelling Reasons to Consume this Natural Health Drink
A glass of warm lemon or lime water first thing in the morning may provide extreme benefits to your health. Acting not only as a digestive aid but a serum…