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.
Activism Forces Whole Foods to Adopt Mandatory GMO Labeling
Whole Foods has announced that it will be rolling out mandatory GMO labels to indicate whether or not a product contains GMOs by 2018.
Genetically Modified Salmon Approval Pushed by USDA with Nearly $500,000 Funding
In September of 2010, a new genetically modified animal hybrid sparked mass concern as well as nation-wide controversy. The possibility of having genetically modified salmon for dinner did not sit…
The Nutritional Power of Eggs in Your Diet
While it is not common knowledge, eggs are a bountiful source of antioxidants and other essential nutrients. In fact the concept that eggs lead to heart disease due to a…
How is Aspartame Made? 1999 Investigation Finds Aspartame is Made with Genetically Modified Bacteria
As early as 1999, aspartame was exposed as a toxic sweetener that was made through a process that involves genetically modified bacteria. An article by The Independent entitled “World’s top…
4 Ancient Superfoods and their Timeless Benefits
Though the term “super food” has only been in circulation in recent years, the idea of super-nutritious and life giving foods have been around since the beginning of time. As…
USDA Approves 2 New Types of GMO Potatoes
The USDA has approved 2 new GMO potatoes. If the FDA and EPA give them the all-clear in January, they could reach the market by spring.