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.
Cancer-Feeding Fructose Consumption may be New ‘Alcoholism’
America is hooked on fructose, particularly mercury-containing high-fructose corn syrup. With consumption rates continually rising in the United States, researchers have examined the similarities between fructose and its fermentation…
Cheap, Tasty, and Harmful to Your Health: Ramen Noodles
Yes, ramen noodles contain toxic MSG; but there are more unhealthy aspects of these popular prepared food products than you might realize.
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.
GMO Pigs Coming Soon with Help of USDA and Biotech
In attempt to ‘fix an issue where pigs’ meat smells bad,’ the swine of biotech and the infiltrated USDA are trying to create GMO pigs.
How to Know if You’re Buying the New GMO Potato
GMO potatoes may soon arrive at restaurants and supermarkets across the U.S. So how will you know if your potato is genetically modified? Here is how.
Herbalism, Not Big Pharma, is Oldest and Most Effective Medicine
Big pharma is not the answer to eradicating illness and disease. Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years to naturally treat and heal.