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.
Natural Cancer-Fighting Spice Reduces Tumors in 81% of Cases in Study
Used in the ancient Chinese and Indian systems of medicine, curcumin is a naturally powerful anticancer compound that has been found to decrease brain tumor size in animals by 81…
The FDA Has Approved GMO Golden Rice to Enter the U.S. Food Supply
The FDA recently approved GMO golden rice, which 20 years ago was touted as a way to feed the world’s starving children due to its vitamin A content.
4 Herbs Everyone Should Have in their ‘Medicine’ Cabinet
We have chosen 4 healing herbs everyone should have in their ‘medicine’ cabinet. These herbs should be the cornerstones of every natural healer’s arsenal.
FDA Won’t Make Food Companies Label GM Plant Foods
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said recently that it would not require labeling of genetically modified plants that have been approved for sale.
9 Sneaky Additives to Avoid at Your Thanksgiving Dinner
Be sure to steer clear of these 9 sneaky, health-harming food additives when you are getting ready to prepare your Thanksgiving spread.
Vending Machine Device Could Spark Healthier Food Choices
When a Rush University assistant professor rigged vending machines to make people wait 25 seconds for unhealthy snacks, more people chose healthier foods.