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.
Study Ranks Healthiest ‘Powerhouse’ Vegetables, Which is #1?
A new study sheds light on the top ranking powerhouse vegetables. Watercress tops the list, but which other vegetables or fruit compete?
British Bodybuilder Consuming 7-8 Energy Drinks Daily Dies from Liver Cancer
Bodybuilder Dean Wharmby recently died of liver cancer at only 39 years of age after consuming 7-8 energy drinks and 10,000 calories every day
‘Super Anti-Cancer Spice’ Turmeric Could Fight Type 2 Diabetes, Fuel Weight Loss
Scientists are revealing how the super anti-cancer spice turmeric can delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes and promote natural weight loss.
Churning Mystery: ‘Horsemeat’ in Burger King Burgers May Actually Be Donkey Meat
In a truly bizarre mix-up, it turns out that the mystery meat in UK Burger King burgers, which I have pointed out is actually not the worst thing you need…
Is Whole Foods Really Overcharging Customers as Claimed?
Whole Foods is in a world of hurt after it was revealed that the company was overcharging customers for some of its pre-weighed packages.
Cancer Cells Feed on Sugar and Sugar Free Products Alike
The dangers of processed sugar consumption are documented, as are its carcinogenic effects. But what about sugar free products?