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.
McDonald’s Uses 1868 Anti-Slavery Law to Avoid Paying Employees
McDonald’s is being hit with criticism for using a landmark anti-slavery law from 1868 to argue against a minimum wage increase. Thanks McDonald’s.
McDonald’s Antibiotic-Shift Sparks Deep Pressure for Chicken Providers
Influenced by McDonald’s’ decision to remove antibiotics from its chicken, Tyson, KFC, and Costco are making moves to push antibiotics out of their food.
Carrots, Beta-Carotene Found to Reduce Heart Attack Risk, Boost Heart Health
Several epidemiological studies have linked beta-carotene levels with reduced heart attack and heart disease risk. It’s time to eat more carrots.
Chocolate Reduces Cardiovascular Disease Risk by 39%, Stroke by 29%
Recent investigations published in the British Medical Journal show that eating chocolate is linked to a 39% lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 29% reduced risk of stroke.
Move Over Coconut Water, Make Room for a more Sustainable Drink
Coconut water is all the rage due to far-ranging health benefits, but there is a more nutritious and sustainable drink we should focus on – maple water.
Food Industry Study Slams Recommended Sugar Intake Limits
A new study claiming dietary guideline limits on sugar are inaccurate is the food industry’s latest attempt at planting doubts in buyers’ minds.