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.
Fruits and Vegetables Now Less Nutritious
The amount of nutrients found in fruits and vegetables has diminished greatly over the years. One apple today may carry half the amount of nutrients as an apple produced 40…
Report: 3 Reasons Why GMOs Won’t Feed the World
In a new analysis published by the EWG, it is clear that genetically modified ingredients are the last thing the world needs to feed and nourish its people.
Neotame: A Toxic Artificial Sweetener that May Be Lurking in Your Food
Often marketed as Equal and Nutrasweet, aspartame is a well known neurotoxic sweetener used in many food products. This cancer-causing artificial sweetener is threatening the health of populations worldwide and…
Women Need More Nutrients than Men for Emotional Wellbeing
A recent study suggests that women need more nutrients in their diet than men in order to maintain positive emotional well-being.
Filmmaker Documents Agony and Ecstasy of Giving up Added Sugars
Filmmaker Sacha Harland decided to rid his life of all added sugar and alcohol to see how it would affect health. Here is what happened.
Eating Coconut Oil may Improve Breast Milk – Here’s How
Eating coconut oil may make already-immune-boosting breast milk even better for your baby due to increasing the antimicrobial properties.