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.
5 Facts About Farm-Raised Fish You Should Know
While fish from the ocean may be riddled with pollution and radiation, farm-raised aren’t great either. Here are 5 things you should know about farm-raised fish.
Can Eating Certain Foods Starve Cancer? An Anti-Cancer Diet
Did you know that certain foods can assist in the annihilation of existing cancer cells, helping your body to fight off the potentially fatal disease?
Mint Scent Boosts Cognition, Improves Problem Solving and Memory
Researchers found that the scent of peppermint can improve cognitive functions including reasoning, problem solving, attention span, and even memory.
NYC Allows Doctors to Prescribe Fruits and Veggies Instead of Pills
A new program in New York City, the Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program, allows doctors to prescribe families fruits and vegetables to combat disease.
Baltimore, Other Big Cities Push for Warning Labels on Sugary Drinks
Next week, the Baltimore City Council will consider a bill that will require warning labels on sugary drinks similar to those found on tobacco products.
High Fructose Corn Syrup Leads to Obesity and Liver Damage
Whether it’s real sugar or sugar in the form of high-fructose corn syrup, negative health effects will surely pop up with over-consumption. But some research does indeed pinpoint HFCS specifically…