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.
Western Diet Found to Increase Risk of Fatty Liver Disease
More U.S. adults are developing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Research suggests that consuming animal protein may increase the risk for the condition.
Mom’s Diet can Alter Baby’s DNA Even Before Conception
A new study reveals that a mother’s nutrition can have lasting effects on a child’s DNA, even before the child is conceived.
Study: Canned Foods Linked to Excessive BPA Exposure
A recent study shows that many canned goods still have high levels of bisphenol-A (BPA), and consuming them can put our bodies at risk.
Chlorophyll Smoothie: The Blood Building Green Juice Remedy
Drinking green smoothies is an excellent alternative to juicing, offering numerous benefits such as detoxification, energy boosts, and much more.
Study Finds Breastfeeding may Boost Child’s Intelligence
Researchers have found that breastfed babies may actually be smarter. For each month a woman reports breastfeeding, her child does better on various tests.
Are You Eating U.S. Cloned Meat That may Soon be Banned in Europe?
Members of the European Parliament are pushing hard for a ban on cloning animals for use in food, while the U.S. has embraced such questionable food.