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.
The Health Benefits of Peaches: Weight Loss, Heart Health, and More
From preventing cancer to promoting weight loss, peaches are a deliciously unique fruit which offers a a wealth of health benefits.
People Ingest About 2,000 Microplastics in Table Salt Each Year
A study shows that people ingest about 2,000 microplastics each year through table salt, and that only accounts for about 6% of the yearly total.
New Genetically Modified Creation Threatens Health, Environment
It has been nearly 20 years since genetically modified ingredients were first introduced in America. Since then, scientists have used genetic engineering to create horrifying animal hybrids. Scientists have borrowed…
7 Reasons Chocolate may Be the Most Healthful Candy Around
Chocolate isn’t only good because of its taste – some of the best qualities of chocolate are actually health-related. Here are 7 reasons to eat chocolate.
Almost all Ground Beef is ‘Contaminated with Fecal Matter’
The next time you throw a juicy burger on the grill, keep this in mind: almost all ground beef on the market is contaminated with dangerous fecal matter.
Amla: The Wonder Berry Offering a Dose of Non-GMO, Health-Boosting Vitamin C
Amla is seen as a wonder berry in Ayurvedic medicine. The fruit is a fantastic source of non-GMO, health-boosting vitamin C, which is becoming harder to find.