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.
8 Ways to Use Nutritional Yeast: A Complete Protein
Heralded as the vegan ‘cheese,’ nutritional yeast is wonderful for people considering a healthier diet. Here are 8 different ways to use nutritional yeast.
Is Toxic Mercury in High Fructose Corn Syrup STILL a Problem in 2024?
Is mercury in high fructose corn syrup STILL a problem in 2023? Spoiler, I could not find any indication that anything has changed since 2008.
Prevent Aging | 4 Eating Mistakes that Lead to Aging
Can what you eat actually prevent aging? Nutrition is integral not only in maintaining internal health, but in creating a healthy outward appearance as well. With a major study…
Why People in these 5 Countries Live Longer
Did you know that in certain parts of the world, individuals have been found to live particularly long lives? One reason for this will surprise you.
4 Banana Health Benefits Everyone Should Know
Do you love bananas, but don’t really know how they boost health? Here are 4 banana health benefits everyone should know about.
The Real Benefits of Easy Do-it-Yourself Loose Leaf Tea
The best way to make sure you are drinking quality tea is to make it yourself from fresh organic herbs. Here are the benefits of DIY loose-leaf tea.