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.
Sesame Seeds may Compete with Conventional Knee Arthritis Drug Treatments
A recent study indicates that something as simple as sesame seeds may outrank even pharmaceutical drugs for arthritis pain and symptoms.
Independent Lab Confirms Kashi Go Lean Cereal Loaded with Toxic Glyphosate
An independent lab has found that Kashi’s Go Lean Original breakfast cereal (owned by Kellogg’s) is loaded with the herbicide chemical glyphosate.
37 Better Food Preservatives & AntiMicrobials than the Chemical Crap ‘they’ Put in Your Food
From basil to garlic, here are 37 better preservatives and anti-microbials to look to instead of the chemical cocktails being used by food manufacturers.
Key Research: Eating Organic Foods Cuts Your Cancer Risk and More!
A study by French researchers shows that people who eat the most organic foods have a significantly reduced risk of developing several cancers.
McDonald’s Announces Key Plans to Curb Antibiotic Use in Beef Supply
In December, McDonald’s announced an ambitious new plan to reduce the use of antibiotics in its beef supply by 2020 to tackle antibiotic resistance.
Olympic Athlete Praises Benefits of Olive Leaf Extract
Did you ever wonder what Olympic athletes may be supplementing with for their health? In addition to training extremely hard, these athletes also provide their body’s with a health-boosting supplements…