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.
Could Giving Babies Eggs and Nuts Help Them Combat Allergies Later in Life?
New research shows that giving babies high risk allergy foods and a young age may help curb allergic reactions later in life.
4 Toxic Foods/Beverages Damaging Unborn Babies
There are many other toxic foods and beverages that have been shown to have damaging effects on unborn babies. Here are a few foods to avoid while pregnant.
Are You Feeding Your Children the Right Kind of Milk?
Contrary to what we were told, research finds that young children who drink whole milk grow up to be slimmer than children who drink skim or low-fat milk.
Scientists Develop a Milk Chocolate as Healthy as Dark Chocolate
Thanks to a scientists at the University of North Carolina, you might someday be able to buy milk chocolate that is as healthy as dark chocolate.
Banned in Other Countries, ‘Yoga Mat Chemical’ Found in 500 U.S. Foods
Azodicarbonamide is a chemical used to make yoga mats, but a new report shows that this toxic chemical is also present in nearly 500 U.S. foods.
10 Health Benefits of Black Seed (Nigella Sativa) – Part 1
The remedy for everything but death? From eliminating harmful bacteria to regenerating the body’s cells, here are 10 awesome health benefits of black cumin.