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.
Bee Pollen Benefits: One of Nature’s Perfect Foods
Bee pollen serves many purposes for plants, insects, and humans alike. But many of us miss out on amazing bee pollen benefits.
Report Finds Gerber Baby Food Filled with GMOs
Warning: Lab tests show that Gerber Graduates Lil’ Crunchies Veggie Dip Baked Whole Grain Corn Snack contains 100 percent insecticidal GMO corn.
Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Your Risk of Death
It is well known among the health conscious community that vitamin D offers powerful disease fighting benefits that are only beginning to be fully uncovered, but some startling new research…
Eating Broccoli Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Promotes Heart Health
Some research shows how compounds in broccoli can reduce risk of cardiovascular disease and heart issues by promoting a strong, healthy heart.
Compound in Carrots – Falcarinol – Credited with Preventing Colon Cancer
Rats with precancerous tumors were 1/3 less likely to experience tumor development when given a anti-cancer compound found in carrots known as falcarinol.
New Link Between Mother’s Pregnancy Diet and Offspring’s Chances of Obesity Found
We have heard it said for some time now ”you are what you eat.” Meaning, if you consume foods that are not healthful, your health will ultimately be compromised. Mothers…