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.
Experts: Just 9 of These a Day Can ‘Bust Stress Levels’
According to a Penn State University study, eating a handful of this food every day can prepare your body to deal with stress and anxiety more efficiently.
Vitamin B17: Able to Treat and Prevent Cancer, or Pure Poison?
There is a lot of controversy surrounding vitamin B17 and it’s toxicity. Is it a poisonous substance similar to cyanide, or is it able to treat cancer?
This Drink is Just as Dangerous as Soda
Most of us know about the health dangers associated with consuming soda. From empty calories to actually compromising the body’s ability to stay healthy and fight off disease, soda is…
Organic Food Has Lower Pesticide Residues, Study Affirms
A recent study confirms that eating organic food is a smart way to reduce your pesticide exposure when compared with traditionally grown produce.
Baltimore, Other Big Cities Push for Warning Labels on Sugary Drinks
Next week, the Baltimore City Council will consider a bill that will require warning labels on sugary drinks similar to those found on tobacco products.
Cost of Organic Food Verses Conventional | Paying for Health
It is hard to measure how much money you save by buying organic in terms of your health. But one thing is for sure, you DO save money. By buying…