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.
4 Natural Food-Solutions for Boosting Brain Health
Want to keep your brain healthy but don’t know where to start? In addition to exercising regularly, begin eating these 4 foods to preserve brain health.
GMOs, Monsanto’s Roundup Found in Kellogg’s Froot Loops
Independent testing has verified that 100 percent of the corn in Kellogg’s Froot Loops is genetically modified and doused with pesticides.
Top 12 Pesticide-Dosed Foods of 2018 – Along with the 15 Cleanest Foods
The Environmental Working Group’s 2018 Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists rank the pesticide and pesticide residue content of 47 different types of produce.
“GM-Free” Domino’s Caught Selling GMO-Laden Pizzas
It seems that the fast food giant Domino’s has been caught selling genetically modified ‘Frankenfood’ pizzas while claiming to be ‘GM-free’ on its website.
Saffron Spice Found to Reverse Macular Degeneration, Preserve Eye Health
A study found that supplementing with a spice known as saffron could reverse the effects of macular degeneration, preserving vision and eye health.
Taco Bell Latest to Admit to Horsemeat in Beef Products
Taco Bell and two other major companies are the latest to admit that their beef products contain horsemeat after the Food Standards Agency conducted tests.