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.
Investigation: Many Herbal Supplements Found to Contain ZERO Herbs
An investigation has found that many herbal supplements not not only contain arguably no herbs, but also do not contain the main ingredient advertised.
20-30 Years From now, Burgers Might Come From a Test Tube
Would you eat a burger born in a petri dish and grown in a test tube to ‘save the environment?’ This may be coming in 20-30 years.
PepsiCo Sued for Allegedly Misleading Buyers of Naked Juice
PepsiCo is being sued on behalf of 3 people who allege the company’s Naked brand juices and smoothies aren’t as healthy their labels state.
The Health Benefits of Peaches: Weight Loss, Heart Health, and More
From preventing cancer to promoting weight loss, peaches are a deliciously unique fruit which offers a a wealth of health benefits.
Survival: Top 5 Wild Edibles to Help Keep You Alive
Having knowledge of a few wild edible plants could help keep you alive one day. Here are 5 wild edibles you may find and eat on your outdoor journeys.
U.K. Targets Sweets, Energy Drinks in Fight Against Childhood Obesity
In June 2018, British health ministers updated the U.K.’s Childhood Obesity Plan that was introduced in 2016 but deemed “too weak.” If the updated plan is successful, it would halve…