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.
Healthy Meals on a Budget – How to Eat Healthy While Saving Money
With our economy declining while food prices continue rising, you might feel compelled to not eat as healthily as you’d prefer. Or if you’re a meat eater, you may be…
Flaxseeds Found to Help Lower Blood Pressure
A new study has found that flaxseed induced one of the most potent anti-hypertensive effects achieved by a dietary intervention.
Timeline: What Happens After Drinking a Coca-Cola Soda?
We know that soft drinks like Coca-Cola are loaded with harmful ingredients, but do you know what happens in your body after drinking a soda?
Factory Farm Antibiotics Making Children ‘Allergic to Fruits and Vegetables’
Farmers who are using antibiotics to keep pests away from their crops are making children allergic to the fruits and vegetables they grow.
EU Moves to Eliminate Many Food Label Expiration Dates
Organizations are calling for “best by” dating on foods with long shelf-lives to be lifted, which could save tons of food waste and money for consumers.
The Top 10 Most Popular Natural Health Stories of 2014
From GMOs, Monsanto, natural cures, and weird news, here are the top 10 most important natural health stories of 2014.