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.
4 Solutions for Preserving Brain Health and Preventing Alzheimer’s
Simple dietary changes along with some physical activity are more than enough to prevent and even reverse these cognitive issues in many cases. Here are 4 solutions for Alzheimer’s disease.
Scientist ‘Makes History’ by Eating 1st-Ever CRISPR Gene-Edited Meal
The first-ever genetically engineered meal has been consumed and nobody died, but is this win for science also a threat to humanity?
5 Health Takeaways of Essential Spices in Your Diet
From turmeric to cloves, here are 5 health benefits of including essential spices in your diet that you must know about. Spice up your health.
Here’s Why We Don’t Need Genetically Modified Fruit Like the GMO Non-Browning Apple
The FDA recently approved a highly questionable non-browning genetically modified apple – but non-GMO, non-browning apples already exist.
Could Upping Intake of B Vitamins Prevent Arthritis?
Researchers have noticed significantly lower levels of B vitamins, especially B5, in those suffering from arthritis. Could upping B5 intake be a solution?
Is This Cooking Mistake Causing Premature Aging?
Not all cooking oils are safe at any cooking temperature. In fact, using the wrong oil could be hurting you. Here is what to use and when.