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.
14 Pesticide-Doused Crops Most Often Found in Baby Food
Research from EWG shows that many baby foods are tainted with pesticide-riddled crops. Here are the 14 pesticide-doused crops most often in baby food.
Watch Out, These Top Thanksgiving Foods are Surprisingly Full of GMOs
Do you want to feed your family a Thanksgiving dinner without GMOs and other damaging ingredients? Stay away from these popular Thanksgiving food choices.
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.
Could Turmeric be a Solid Natural Solution for Alzheimer’s?
Studies show that curcumin, the main active component of turmeric, reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s and age-related dementia. Eating curry is good for you!
Coffee Reduces Diabetes Risk: Caffeine or Not
Americans are known to run on coffee. A new study suggests whether you choose regular or decaf, you could be reducing your risk of diabetes.
Grow Your Own Medicine: Peppermint Tea Benefits
With a little background and a few tips, you can reap the many medicinal benefits of mint right at home and leave behind several different traditional over-the-counter solutions. For our…