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.
Exciting: Spirulina Protects Kidneys, Reverses Toxic Mercury Damage
Researchers say Spirulina fusiformis is able to not only protect the kidneys, but may also be able to reverse the damage done by toxic mercury.
5 Things You Should be Eating to Protect Your Brain as it Ages
Don’t underestimate diet as a means to keep your brain sharp as you age. Here are 5 foods to consume forever and always to maintain memory and brain health.
Natural Sweetener Stevia May Reverse and Prevent Diabetes
Stevia is a favorable alternative to sugar for many health-conscious individuals, but new research has indicated that it may also help to prevent and reverse diabetes. Examining the effects…
Exciting: How Ginger Counteracts MSG Damage, Reverses Toxicity
Does ginger counteract MSG? Research indicates ginger may be able protect against MSG damage and even reverse damage it already caused.
Eating Healthy on a Budget – 5 Tips for Smart, Healthy Shopping
Eating healthy on a budget is quite possibly more important than ever, and it’s best to start right now as food prices rise and the dollar shrinks.
Resveratrol Protects Diabetics Against Heart Disease
In a recent study, researchers have found resveratrol can actually protect diabetics from heart disease. Non-diabetics also benefit from the substance.