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.
Even ‘Organic’ Foods May Contain Health Traps, Especially for Kids
Buying organic is a great way to avoid pesticides, additives, and other toxic substances, but it is important to fully identify the full organic integrity of your food items. Unfortunately,…
Olive Oil Reduces Risk of Heart Disease and Inflammation
Phenolic compounds found in olive oil reduces inflammation commonly associated with heart disease, along with other ailments.
Eating Dirt can be ‘Good for the Belly’ Says Study
Most of us never considered eating the mud pies we made as kids, but for many people all over the world, dining on dirt is nothing out of the ordinary…
9 Healing Herbs for a Natural Medicine Cabinet: Grow Your Own Healing Herb Garden
Forget medications. Replace your pills with simple-to-grow healing herbs. Here are 9 amazing healing herbs any novice gardener can grow and utilize.
“Miracle” Golden Rice Could Cause Birth Defects, Warns Indian Scientist
Golden Rice is being tested in Bangladesh, but an Indian scientist (among others) is warning that Golden Rice poses a serious threat to human health.
Scurvy, Depression, Slow Healing – Over 7 Signs You’re Vitamin C Deficient
The body gives several warning signs when vitamin C deficiency has reached dangerous levels. Paying attention to these sings could save your life. Here are over 7 signs of a…