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.
Stumped About How to Eat? Yale Scientist Compares All Diets and Finds REAL Food Best
Which diet is best? According to a study by a highly credentialed medical expert, Dr. David Katz, the best food – is REAL food.
Improper Vitamin D Levels Affect Puberty
Vitamin D has been found to prevent thousands of negative health conditions, and even aid the body in fighting pre-existing ones. The latest finding is that improper vitamin D levels…
Leading Spice Provider Plans to go Organic, Non-GMO by 2016
McCormick recently announced plans to release non-GMO vanilla in time for the holidays while propelling to organic and non-GMO standards by 2016.
Don’t Drink This if You Want to Avoid Diabetes
A new study shows that drinking a single sugary drink daily ups the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes – even in skinny individuals.
Utilizing the Benefits of Antioxidants to Improve Memory
The benefits of antioxidants are abundant, working wonders to fight cancer, reverse the aging process, and improve memory.
Daily Cup of Coffee can Save the Eyes, Preserve Vision
The chemical constituents of coffee can help prevent the deterioration of eyesight and possible blindness due to retinal damage.