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.
Two Common Kitchen Items to Combine for Amazing Health Benefits
Honey and cinnamon’s combined effects are proven and recognized as valid for several health issues including diabetes, arthritis, and even cancer.
How Any New Mom can Lower Her Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Breastfeeding lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke in women, and the longer a woman breastfeeds, the greater protection she has.
Not Eating Avocados Often? Here’s Why You Should
Often deemed a “perfect food”, the avocado is considered one of the healthiest foods available. Here is why you should be eating this fabulous food.
Magnesium and Diabetes | This Mineral Could Halt Diabetes
Are you getting enough magnesium in your diet? If not, you may be putting yourself at risk for disease. Magnesium may play an integral role in helping prevent type 2…
Whether Artificial or Not, Nitrites in Food are Harming You
Hot dogs made with nitrites derived from celery juice or celery powder aren’t any safer than those made with artificial sodium nitrite.
Glyphosate Herbicide Found in Popular Breakfast Foods Yet Again
Recent tests conducted by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) found levels of glyphosate in oat products exceeding the group’s safety limit.