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.
Study: “Safe” Levels of Food Contaminants Contribute to Chronic Disease Risk
One recent study indicates that long-term, low-level exposure to contaminants in food could result in an increased risk of chronic diseases.
McDonald’s Downfall: Even Kids Aren’t Eating Fast Food Anymore
As McDonald’s keeps losing profits each and every month, even kids are eating less disease-breeding fast food.
Shock: Sugary Cereal Considered “Healthy,” While Avocados are “Unhealthy”
The FDA is seeking public comment on what the definition of “healthy” should be as it applies to foods. Current standards may surprise you.
Butter vs Margarine: The Big Fat Butter Lie
Butter vs Margarine: After decades of going back and forth between butter and margarine, do we finally know which comes out on top? You bet.
Dangerous Levels of Arsenic, Lead Found in Commercial Apple and Grape Juice
A new report was recently released by Consumer Reports showing that many common apple juice and grape juice brands actually contain high enough levels of arsenic to increase the risk…
Black Plum Leaf Found to Harness Radioprotective Properties
A recent study found that the survival rate of mice exposed to radiation was dramatically increased when they received black plum leaf extract.