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.
How Our Guts Are Being Damaged & Making Us Sick
Western diets and modern-day hygiene have wiped out important bacteria in our digestive tracts. Many may not know it, but this is a serious issue.
Cancer Doctor Explains How Cooking with Turmeric Leads to Amazing Health Benefits
Johns Hopkins medical oncologist Dr. Saraswati Sukumar explains how cooking with turmeric can lead to amazing health benefits.
Avocados Could be Key in Avoiding Metabolic Syndrome, Numerous Ailments
A review shows that every part of the avocado combats every component of metabolic syndrome, which means you are protected from various ailments.
FDA Quietly Pushes Through Genetically Modified Salmon over Christmas Break
While you were likely resting or enjoying time with friends and family over the Christmas break, the United States Food and Drug Administration was hard at work ramming through genetically…
29 Nettle Tea Benefits: Sipping on Nettle Tea for Better Health
Nettle tea is a wonderful health-boosting herb offering numerous benefits. Start planting some nettle so that you can experience 29 nettle tea benefits.
Wheat’s Risks may Include Depression, Psychological Symptoms
As research unveils the dangers of wheat, the food is vilified more and more each day. Well, one study suggests wheat may be to blame for depression.