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.
18 Million Americans Suffer from GMO and Gluten Intolerance
Research estimates that over 18 million Americans now have a gluten sensitivity. GMOs, modern wheat, and processed foods may be the primary culprits.
Brazil Slaps Nestle, Pepsi, and Others for Hiding GMO Ingredients
Six major food manufacturers are in trouble in Brazil for failing to include labels indicating the use of genetically modified ingredients.
McDonald’s Makes Positive Food Changes Due to Demand for Healthy Food
McDonald’s has been in the news a lot this month, thanks to big changes the fast-food company is making to several of its menu offerings.
Budweiser & Coors Light Companies Agree to Post Ingredients Online
Brewing company Anheuser-Busch has agreed to publish all ingredients for their products online in an act of unprecedented transparency.
Experts Agree – Sugar is a Health Destroyer
In the U.S., there is a love affair with sugar. But all of this sweetness is having detrimental effects on our collective health.
Watch Out, These Top Thanksgiving Foods are Surprisingly Full of GMOs
Do you want to feed your family a Thanksgiving dinner without GMOs and other damaging ingredients? Stay away from these popular Thanksgiving food choices.