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.
Ebola Threat Causes Chocolate Industry to Spend $600,000: 60% of Worlds Cocoa from West Africa
The largest chocolate suppliers have been busy raising money to keep the two largest chocolate-generating countries in Africa stay Ebola free
16 Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms – Signs of Low Magnesium Levels
Here are 16 signs of a magnesium deficiency. Did you know some of your health issues may just be magnesium deficiency symptoms?
Could Gluten Literally Drive You Insane? Going Back 60 Years…
Could gluten literally make you insane? Evidence dating back 60 years suggests a link between gluten consumption and mental illness.
Experts: Just 9 of These a Day Can ‘Bust Stress Levels’
According to a Penn State University study, eating a handful of this food every day can prepare your body to deal with stress and anxiety more efficiently.
Fatty Foods Trigger Chemical Reaction Similar to Marijuana
It’s hard to eat just one potato chip, and a new study may explain why. Fatty foods like chips and fries trigger the body to produce chemicals much like those…
Magnesium is a Powerful Natural Anti-Inflammatory Mineral
A study involving more than 3,700 postmenopausal women found that magnesium can have a dramatic impact on inflammation throughout the body.