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.
“GM-Free” Domino’s Caught Selling GMO-Laden Pizzas
It seems that the fast food giant Domino’s has been caught selling genetically modified ‘Frankenfood’ pizzas while claiming to be ‘GM-free’ on its website.
Study | Resveratrol Halts Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes
Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant found in fruits, nuts and most famously — red wine. Typically consumed in higher concentrations through supplementation, thus nutrient has caused quite a buzz in…
Study Identifies Anti-Cancer Properties of Honey Compounds
Honey is awesome, but could it be powerful enough to treat cancer? Flavonoids and phenolic acids may be responsible for honey’s anti-cancer properties.
Monsanto’s GMO Soy Found in Baby Formula in Portland, Oregon
Genetic testing has confirmed the presence of genetically modified soy created by Monsanto for heavy pesticide exposure in infant formula sold in Oregon.
Hemp Oil’s Healing Benefits Now Legally Attainable Anywhere After Years of Suppression
For years cannabis has been wrongly suppressed, as the plant possesses numerous highly beneficial compounds that offers many health benefits.Now, hemp oil can be legally purchased anywhere.
Taco Bell Employee Fired After Gross Photo Goes Viral
An employee of a Sandusky, Ohio Taco Bell was fired last week after a photo of him shoving his left hand down his underpants went viral on the Internet.