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.
5 Health Takeaways of Essential Spices in Your Diet
From turmeric to cloves, here are 5 health benefits of including essential spices in your diet that you must know about. Spice up your health.
Study Ranks Healthiest ‘Powerhouse’ Vegetables, Which is #1?
A new study sheds light on the top ranking powerhouse vegetables. Watercress tops the list, but which other vegetables or fruit compete?
Call to Action: Tell EPA to Deny Monsanto’s Latest Toxic GM Corn, MON 87411
Monsanto is ready to serve up RNAi Bt toxic corn, coming to a town near you. Now, it is time to tell the EPA to deny Monsanto the right to…
Steps for Avoiding this Cancer-Causing Substance in Cooked Foods
Did you know that cooking your food may produce a cancer-causing substance? The FDA has issued an action plan for reducing exposure to this carcinogen.
11 Reasons to Grow & Eat Sunflower Greens
Sunflowers offer incredible health benefits, and you can eat many parts of the plant. Here are 11 reasons to consider growing your own organic sunflowers.
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?