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.
Cauliflower Prevents Various Cancers: Thanks to Sulforaphane Compounds
Cauliflower is just one of the many cruciferous vegetables that may be able to cure cancer, according to a study coming from Rutgers University.
Magnesium and Blood Pressure – What You Need to Know
Does magnesium lower blood pressure, or should you not worry about it? Here is what the research says about magnesium and blood pressure.
Are You Eating U.S. Cloned Meat That may Soon be Banned in Europe?
Members of the European Parliament are pushing hard for a ban on cloning animals for use in food, while the U.S. has embraced such questionable food.
Broccoli as a Medicine: Why You Should Be Growing Broccoli Sprouts
Broccoli contains compounds that protect against cancer, heart attacks, and more, but broccoli sprouts harness 900% more of these health-boosting compounds.
How Fukushima Produce Is Making Its Way Into International Stores
It is being reported that tainted food from Fukushima, Ibaraki, Gumma, and Chiba is making its way into local supermarkets in Taiwan due to mislabeling.
Cranberries Effective Against Urinary Tract Infections
The ability of cranberry proanthocyanidins (PACs) is dependent on the dose, with higher doses significantly more effective at maintaining urinary health, says a new study. The study supports levels outlined…