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.
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.
5 Tips for a Healthful Thanksgiving Dinner
Using a handful of simple tips, you can indulge this Thanksgiving guilt-free. Here are 5 tips for a healthful, guilt-free Thanksgiving dinner.
Organic Food Has Lower Pesticide Residues, Study Affirms
A recent study confirms that eating organic food is a smart way to reduce your pesticide exposure when compared with traditionally grown produce.
Chick-fil-A Adds Organic Drink and Superfood Salad to its Menu
In a first for the this fast food provider, Chick-fil-A is venturing into the world of organic foods, having launched its first organic menu option on Jan. 18.
4 Banana Health Benefits Everyone Should Know
Do you love bananas, but don’t really know how they boost health? Here are 4 banana health benefits everyone should know about.
Study: Raw Garlic Associated with Reduced Lung Cancer Risk
In a study, raw garlic consumption at least twice weekly was associated with a 44 percent reduced lung cancer risk. Even smokers benefited.