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.
This CA School is GMO-Free and Saves Money Serving Healthy Food to Students
Kids that go to this Trinidad, California school enjoy healthy, locally-grown, pesticide-free, non-GMO fare that actually saves the school money.
U.S. FDA Chief Still Deciding: Is GMO Salmon Safe?
GMO Salmon could ruin ocean life and human health, yet the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is still considering whether to approve it or not.
Fruits and Vegetables Trump Genetics in Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Another study has highlighted the power of proper nutrition over genetic predisposition, finding that adequate consumption of fruits and vegetables overpowers genetic factors when it comes to your heart attack…
Alarming Amounts of ADHD-Causing Artificial Colors Found in Kid-Popular Foods
A recent study found that many foods marketed to children, especially breakfast cereals, have some of the highest levels of ADHD-causing food coloring.
Splenda Found to Reduce Friendly Gut Bacteria Significantly
As evidenced in the Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, Splenda destroys healthy gut flora – an absolute must for a healthy immune system.
Big Blow to Biotech: German Super Market Giants Force Return to GMO-Free Poultry
Germany’s top supermarkets are delivering a big blow to biotech. The German poultry industry will now be forced to once again use non-GMO feed.