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.
Turmeric Shows Major Promise in Defeating Mega Viruses
Turmeric has gained yet another victory under its belt. New research published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry shows that it stopped the multiplication of the often deadly Rift Valley…
How to Boost Your Vitamin D Intake
As the medical establishment begins to find out more about Vitamin D, the daily recommendations continue to go up as well. With some nutritional experts recommending upwards of 20,000 IU…
Scientists Develop a Milk Chocolate as Healthy as Dark Chocolate
Thanks to a scientists at the University of North Carolina, you might someday be able to buy milk chocolate that is as healthy as dark chocolate.
Mediterranean Diet Could Protect Your Brain As You Age
At least 4 studies suggest that the DASH diet and the MIND diet – both Mediterranean-style eating patterns – may prevent age-related brain decline.
6 Foods Your “Second Brain” (Your Gut) Absolutely Loves
Intestinal flora, or friendly gut bacteria, influences our mental acuity and health profoundly. Here are 6 foods to help support gut health.
Officials Declare ‘Eating Healthy’ a Mental Disorder
Experts are claiming that our desire and demand for nutrient-dense, healthful food is a mental disorder that must be treated. Healthy eating is toxic.