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.
UV-Ray-Hit Mushrooms Provide More Vitamin D than Supplements, Researchers Find
New research indicates that hitting mushrooms with UV rays actually boosts their vitamin D content just like it does in our own skin – better than supps.
Another Food Corporation Forced to Remove “All Natural” Label, GMOs Next?
In a $5 million settlement over a class-action consumer fraud lawsuit, Kellogg has agreed to stop using all natural and 100% natural on several products.
Reading Nutrition Labels – 9 out of 10 Parents Fail at It
A study conducted by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) found that nine out of ten mothers failed at reading nutrition labels, and did not understand the nutrition information on children’s…
Arthritis: Almost Always Caused By What We Eat And Drink
Most people are not aware of this, but rheumatoid arthritis, Allergic arthritis, and Osteoarthritis can have numerous specific food triggers.
Is Food Coloring Bad for You? The Deadly Risks of Artificial Colors
Is Food Coloring Bad for You? Artificial colors have been linked to allergic reactions, hyperactivity in children, and even cancer – so beware.
Carcinogenic Sugar Hiding in 4 Common Food Products
On average, Americans consume 475 calories worth of added sugars each day. That is about 30 teaspoons, or 5x more than even the American Heart Association recommends. The disturbing aspect…