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.
7 Little-Known Benefits of Cucumbers
Cucumbers may have a high water content, but the health benefits of cucumbers should not be watered down. Here are 7 little-known benefits.
Conventional Chicken Found to Contain Concerning Levels of Arsenic Due to Antibiotics
A new study found that conventional chicken often contains high levels of toxic arsenic. This poses a public health risk that the FDA must act upon.
Shiitake Mushrooms – One of the Healthiest Fungi in the World
Used by the Chinese for over 6000 years, shiitake mushrooms are said to be an aphrodisiac that offers numerous health benefits. Here is why.
Calcium: The Most Abundant Mineral in the Human Body
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, and it is extremely important for overall health. Here are 28 food sources of calcium.
GMO-Riddled ‘Lucky Charms’ Makes it to UK Supermarket, Parents Outraged
Lucky Charms, an artificially-colored, GMO-riddled cereal popular in the U.S., recently made its way to U.K. store shelves, and parents are outraged.
More than Oil: The Health Benefits of Olives
From heart protection to cancer prevention and allergy relief, many people don’t know all of the wonderful health benefits of olives.