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.
9 ‘Healthy’ Brands Owned By Coca-Cola You Might Be Buying
Did you know that many health-conscious food brands are owned by corps like Coca-Cola? Here are 9 Coca-Cola brands you should know about before buying.
Subway Removing Harmful Bread Additive Due to Blogger Petition Pressure
A chemical that is used to make yoga mats is also in Subway’s breads, but thanks to one blogger, the nationwide sandwich chain plans to remove the additive.
As Demand Skyrockets, Thousands of US Farms Are Going Organic
Major retailers Cost-Co, General Mills, Ardent Mills scramble for organic farmland to keep up with burgeoning demand for organics.
Prevent Aging | 4 Eating Mistakes that Lead to Aging
Can what you eat actually prevent aging? Nutrition is integral not only in maintaining internal health, but in creating a healthy outward appearance as well. With a major study…
Revealing the Connection Between Sugar and Cancer…Again
Sugar has been tied to diabetes, cardiovascular issues, and much more. But what about cancer? Experts know, sugar and cancer are indeed connected.
How Our Guts Are Being Damaged & Making Us Sick
Western diets and modern-day hygiene have wiped out important bacteria in our digestive tracts. Many may not know it, but this is a serious issue.