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.
6 Herbs for Healthy Lungs and Easy Breathing
Have trouble breathing? Keeping lungs healthy and airways clear is important. Here are 6 herbal tools that can help you breathe easier.
Canada Launches New Risk Assessment for GMO Salmon
Canada has ordered a new federal risk assessment for AquaBounty’s AquAdvantage GM salmon after the company announced it would build a new facility.
Healthy Halloween Treats | Enjoy Halloween without the Toxic Ingredients
Halloween is fast approaching, and you may be in the dark over whether or not it is really possible to make Halloween healthy. Thankfully, you do not have to go…
10 Ways to Stop the Food Waste
The world wastes billions of pounds of food every year while countless people go hungry. Here are 10 tips for stopping food waste and conserving the planet.
Turmeric Recipes
Spices not only add a tasty flavor to dishes, but they also present many significant health benefits. One of the most beneficial spices is turmeric, and it is often one…
How to Reduce Bloating: 6 Foods to Beat the Bloat
Bloating is typically caused by fluid or gas retention, though it can be hormonal. Either way, here is how to reduce bloating and 6 foods to beat the bloat.