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.
Study Confirms Organic Food Has LOWER Pesticide Levels than Conventional
Research has once again confirmed that eating organic foods will lower intake of toxic pesticides sprayed on our food supply.
Junk Food Intake Linked to Increased Cancer Risk in Recent Study
Researchers have developed a new nutritional labeling system that ties a low-quality diet with increased risks of several different types of cancer. It could help prevent you from developing a…
Omega-3’s Deliver a Double Punch Against Anxiety and Inflammation
A new study gauging the impact of consuming more fish oil showed a marked reduction both in inflammation and, surprisingly, in anxiety among a cohort of healthy young people. The…
4 Health Benefits of Rooibos Tea
The health benefits of rooibos tea are no joke, as this heart-protecting tea is chock-full of anti-cancer antioxidants and health-boosting minerals.
Chipotle Blasts Factory Farms Following GMO Labeling Campaign
Chipotle recently released an ad and smartphone game called ‘The Scarecrow’, which gives an imaginative glimpse into the cruel world of factory farms.
Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a seemingly-magical liquid which has been used for ages when it comes to taking care of countless health problems, and is fantastic for maintaining quality overall…