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.
Green Tea Shown to Protect Against Digestive Cancer
Green tea may offer the solution (or at least part of a solution) in the prevention of digestive cancers, according to another study out of China..
Study Finds Conventional Chicken to be Highly Contaminated with Arsenic
A recent study has found that chicken is highly contaminated with arsenic. Researchers found that conventional chicken is more contaminated than organic.
Could Giving Babies Eggs and Nuts Help Them Combat Allergies Later in Life?
New research shows that giving babies high risk allergy foods and a young age may help curb allergic reactions later in life.
Americans Consume Nearly 200 Pounds of GMOs Each Year
We know that the vast majority of corn, soybeans, and much of many other crops are genetically modified, but do we know how the how much GMOs are consumed each…
10-Year Study Confirms Carrots’ Heart-Boosting Benefits Once Again
While a healthy diet and regular exercise can keep your cardiovascular system fit, specific foods may have a greater preventative impact than others. Carrots are one of these foods.
Top 5 Alkaline Foods and Why You Should Care
Many processed and unhealthy foods are acid-forming, but many are alkaline forming too. Here are 5 alkaline foods to get you started.