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.
Bison is the Healthier Alternative to Beef and Consumers Love it
Beef is out and bison is in. Bison is grass-fed, contains fewer calories, and is a lean, delicious alternative everyone is turning to.
Sugar Companies Face ‘Serious Roadblocks’ Due to Demand for NON-GMO
Though sugar prices remain high, sugar companies are facing what they call ‘serious roadblocks’ due to the anti-GMO movement – aka demand for GMO-free.
Conventional Food is Sprayed with Monsanto’s Carcinogenic Chemicals Just 3 Days Before Harvest
According to a ‘pre-harvest guide,’ Monsanto’s Roundup should be sprayed on food just 3 days before harvesting. This does not sound safe to eat…
Is a Soda Tax the Solution to Reducing Sugar-Consumption Worldwide?
Health experts in Australia say that the country should follow the UK in introducing a tax on sugary soft drinks. Is a soda tax the solution to reducing sugar consumption?
Curcumin Matches Exercise in Slowing Aging, Protecting the Heart
According to at least 3 different studies, the spice turmeric may be just as effective as moderate exercise at preventing aging and boosting heart health.
Huge Win: Mainstream GMO-Free Baby Formula is Coming!
Similac’s announcement to provide a non-GMO baby formula is a huge victory for our food supply, and for our smallest members of society.