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.
10 Super Weird Exotic Superfoods You Haven’t Heard Of
Nature is astounding in her repertoire. Here are 10 super weird exotic superfoods you may never have heard of before.
Antibiotics, Gut Health Can Affect Behavior, Lead to Depression
Gut health, which includes the balance of bacteria within your gut, may play an integral role in your behavior and even your risk of depression or anxiety.
NYC Salt Labeling Rule Becomes Enforceable Starting June 6
Starting June 6, 2015 chain restaurants in New York City must include a symbol next to dishes containing excessive amounts of salt, or they can be fined $200,
Breastfeeding Could Save 830,000 Lives Annually
A new report called Superfood for Babies indicates that breastfeeding newborns could save around 830,000 lives each and every year.
The Mythology of Mint: A Healing Herb
You may not know much about the healing properties of mint, but the plant and its many varieties have been a go-to of herbalism for centuries.
Proof the Ketogenic Diet for Cancer can be a Real Solution
In addition to weight loss, the ketogenic diet is very useful as a cancer treatment, often alongside other conventional and/or natural therapies.