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.
Citrus Fruits, Antioxidants Help Stop Obesity-Related Chronic Diseases, Study Says
Researchers in Brazil have found that eating a diet high in citrus can help to lower the risks of diseases related to obesity.
Sumac, the Super Food with an Off-the-Charts Antioxidant Value
The antioxidant value of raw Sumac bran is off the charts, making it valuable for fending off disease and slowing the aging process.
Turmeric Recipes
Spices not only add a tasty flavor to dishes, but they also present many significant health benefits. One of the most beneficial spices is turmeric, and it is often one…
Processed Foods Indisputably Linked to Auto-Immune Disease
A study points to processed junk food for the heavy increase in auto-immune diseases like multiple sclerosis, alopecia, asthma, and eczema.
British Bodybuilder Consuming 7-8 Energy Drinks Daily Dies from Liver Cancer
Bodybuilder Dean Wharmby recently died of liver cancer at only 39 years of age after consuming 7-8 energy drinks and 10,000 calories every day
Vitamin E Protects the Lungs from Deadly Diseases Like COPD
There are things one can do to to protect against COPD. One study found that vitamin E may serve as a protectant for the lungs, preventing against COPD.