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.
Banned in 160 Nations, Why is This Growth Hormone in U.S. Meat?
Eating pork? Chances are that you are consuming ractopamine, a livestock growth-altering drug so dangerous that 160 countries have banned its use.
Turmeric’s Powerful Life-Promoting Properties Put Pharmaceuticals to Shame
Curcumin, the key chemical in turmeric, has been shown to possess very powerful health-promoting properties. Recent research has even found that curcumin can even prolong lives of fruit flies by…
Pomegranate Juice Unclogs Arteries, Boosts Heart Health
Pomegranates have been the focus in numerous studies – concluding that the superfruit is fantastic for cleaning the arteries and boosting heart health.
Health Benefits of Garlic – Anti-Cancer, Anti-Infection, Detoxify, and More
A common ingredient for sautéing, garlic is a spice relative of onion, leek, chive and shallots. This is a common staple for many savory dishes. Although popular in the kitchen,…
Do You Agree with Soda Taxes? Sugar Consumption Down in Berkeley Due to the Measure
Soda taxes are highly controversial, but the tax implemented in Berkeley, California, 5 months ago, has been successful in reducing sugar consumption.
Not Eating Avocados Often? Here’s Why You Should
Often deemed a “perfect food”, the avocado is considered one of the healthiest foods available. Here is why you should be eating this fabulous food.