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.
Avocado: The Prolific Green Fruit, Vegetable, and Nut Combined
Studies have even found avocado-eaters to be especially healthy. Here is why the health benefits of avocados are some you will not want to miss.
Unapproved GM Rice Contaminates Global Supply
Just like the unapproved GM flax NaturalSociety reported on last week, genetically modified rice is contaminating the global supply despite having never been approved for growing or eating.
Ask Quaker Food Maker to Support GMO Labeling
Quaker and PepsiCo have spent $8 million+ to defeat GMO labeling. It is time to send a message to this maker of family foods to support the right to know.
Lower Your Risk of Depression by Eating More of This Food
Researchers have found that people who eat a healthy amount of fish have a lower risk of depression, with men seemingly benefiting more than women.
GMO Pigs Coming Soon with Help of USDA and Biotech
In attempt to ‘fix an issue where pigs’ meat smells bad,’ the swine of biotech and the infiltrated USDA are trying to create GMO pigs.
Denied: Lawmakers Fighting to Hide GMO Ingredients Nationwide
Lawmakers are asking the federal government to make sure GMO labeling never be required, and that we be kept in the dark over GMO ingredients in our food.