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.
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…
Olive Oil Shown to Protect and Promote Liver Health
We often hear about the heart-healthy benefits of olive oil, that it can reduce cholesterol and help manage blood pressure. But the liver-health benefits of this oil are remarkable as…
Rising Food Prices Continue to Climb, with Prices Up 10% in July Alone
Food prices are rising, and consumers are feeling it. Rising food prices aren’t only hitting America, they are happening around the world. Costs have gone up 10 percent between June…
Red Meat Could Decrease Life Expectancy for those with Colon Cancer
Those who eat the most red and processed meat before colon cancer diagnosis more likely to die in the 8 years following than cancer patients eating less.
Parsley Health Benefits: Growing Your Own Medicine
Parsley health benefits range from promoting bone health to protecting the body against free radical damage. Excitingly, growing parsley is super easy!
The Connection Between Chocolate and Cancer
Can we say that chocolate possesses cancer-preventing or even cancer-fighting properties? Studies have indicated that chocolate can reduce cancer risk.