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.
Nestlé Removes GMO Ingredients from Baby Foods in South Africa, Not USA
Why has Nestlé removed GMOs (genetically modified organisms) from baby foods and formulas in South Africa and not in the United States?
Herbalism, Not Big Pharma, is Oldest and Most Effective Medicine
Big pharma is not the answer to eradicating illness and disease. Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years to naturally treat and heal.
Major Vermont Hospital to Cut GMOs from Menu
A medical center in Vermont which serves 2 million meals a year plans to boost organics and reduce GMOs served to both patients and hospital visitors alike.
New Study: Just One Week of Organic Eating can Lower Pesticide Levels by 89%
Worried about pesticide exposure? Eating organic, pesticide-free fruit and veggies for 1 week can reduce pesticide residue in urine by 89 percent.
Investigation: Many Herbal Supplements Found to Contain ZERO Herbs
An investigation has found that many herbal supplements not not only contain arguably no herbs, but also do not contain the main ingredient advertised.
CDC: More Than 1 in 3 Americans Eat Fast-Food Every Day
A new survey released by the CDC shows that more than 1 in 3 Americans eat fast-food every day, though the numbers vary by race, sex, and income.