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.
GMO Sugar Beet Industry Contributes $55,000 to Defeat GMO Labeling Laws
A new ballot measure in southern Oregon requesting GMO labeling is being fought by the sugar beet industry, with $55,000 donated so far to defeat the bill.
Antioxidants Lower Risk of Heart Attacks in Women, New Study Shows
A Swedish study to be published in The American Journal of Medicine found that women whose diets were high in antioxidant rich foods like fruits and vegetables had a 20…
Grow Your Own Medicine: Peppermint Tea Benefits
With a little background and a few tips, you can reap the many medicinal benefits of mint right at home and leave behind several different traditional over-the-counter solutions. For our…
Chart: How to Avoid Cancer-Causing BPA at the Grocery Store
A health-compromising chemical known as BPA is hiding in many packaged products. Check out this new report to see which brands you should be avoiding.
A Mediterranean Diet Could Cut Your Risk of Breast Cancer
The notoriously-healthy Mediterranean diet – with a heaping helping of olive oil – has been associated with a decreased risk of breast cancer in a new study.
4+ Reasons Onions may be the Next Big Superfood
Onions harness some key beneficial compounds that can bring your health to the next level. Here are 4 reasons onions can be called a superfood.