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.
Monsanto Contaminating African White Bread with GMO Soy
A new report details how Monsanto’s genetically modified soy is contaminating much of the white bread in Africa – industry-wide contamination.
4 Ways This Food Crushes Cancer and Inflammation in Your Body
Have people used asparagus for cancer? Asparagus harnesses some key natural substances that are responsible for preventing cancer in numerous ways.
Boost and Improve Brain Function with Dark Chocolate!
For the most part, we eat chocolate because we love the rich, creamy texture and for the delicious taste. However, chocolate is more that just a “feel good” food. Research…
Ginger: A Prostate Cancer Treatment from the Kitchen Spice Rack
Research shows that a food as simple as ginger could be the answer to preventing and even treating prostate cancer without any toxic side-effects.
Not Eating this Green Superfood? You’re Crazy
Are you eating avocados every day? If not, you should be! From weight loss to lowering blood pressure, here are 5 reasons to always eat avocados.
The Health Benefits of Pistachios: Heart Health, Eye Health, Cancer Prevention
Although from Western Asia originally, pistachios have been eaten for thousands of years throughout the Mediterranean. Nuts in general are a great source of protein and healthy fats, but did…