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.
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.
Green Tea and Tai Chi Reduce Inflammation, Enhance Bone Health
Some recent research suggests that the benefits of green tea can be augmented when the tea is paired with another Eastern practice—tai chi.
Study Finds Avocado-Eaters to be Especially Healthy
Eating avocados is associated with a lower body weight, lower BMI and waist circumference, and better diet quality overall, according to a study.
Sugar Industry Collusion Since 1950s to Hide Dangers of Their Product
The sugar industry knew their products would cause dental and health issues since the 1950’s, but they worked with our government to keep this a secret.
Turmeric Recipes
Spices not only add a tasty flavor to dishes, but they also present many significant health benefits. One of the most beneficial spices is turmeric, and it is often one…
Could the Tropical Fruit Soursop Be a Solution to Cancer?
Research over the past few decades have uncovered amazing anti-cancer properties of soursop, yet many people have yet to hear about this promising research.