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.
“Fast Food is Good for Your Waistline” — Really?
Could fast food actually be good for your waistline? According to a writer on U.S. News Health, fast food may be the right choice if you’re looking to slim down…
Omega-3 Fats Shown to Protect Against Cancer and Infection in Recent Study
A recent study found that omega 3 fats can actually reduce your risk of skin cancer by increasing your skin’s immunity to cancer and infection.
Avocados Could be Key in Avoiding Metabolic Syndrome, Numerous Ailments
A review shows that every part of the avocado combats every component of metabolic syndrome, which means you are protected from various ailments.
Western Diet Found to Increase Risk of Fatty Liver Disease
More U.S. adults are developing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Research suggests that consuming animal protein may increase the risk for the condition.
Survey: Americans Simply Don’t Know What Constitutes a “Healthy” Food
A recent survey shows that many Americans don’t know what “healthy” food is, because they don’t have enough facts or they’re given conflicting information.
8 Ways Corporations are Poisoning Our Food, Water, the Earth
The system is ruining more than you know. Here are 8 ways corporations and even the government are poisoning our food supply, humans, and mother Earth.