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.
Studies Reveal Honey ‘The Answer’ to Resistant Superbugs
Numerous studies have found that honey could be a solution to the continuing problem of unstoppable bacteria that can’t be beaten by antibiotics.
A Viciously Honest Coke Commercial You’ll Never See
Here is an honest Coke commercial, explaining how Coca-Cola’s products promote obesity and disease, and how everyone would be better off without them.
New Study: Just One Week of Organic Eating can Lower Pesticide Levels by 89%
Worried about pesticide exposure? Eating organic, pesticide-free fruit and veggies for 1 week can reduce pesticide residue in urine by 89 percent.
If You’re a Heavy Drinker, This Study Might Make You Cut Back
A meta-analysis of numerous studies suggests that drinking alcohol may actually cause seven types of cancer. Maybe we should all cut down a little.
Huge Victory: USDA Introduces Official Non-GMO Label
The USDA has developed a government certification which companies can use to show that the product is completely free of genetically modified ingredients.
Interesting Meat Labels Tell You How Meat Impacts Environment
The Center for Biological Diversity has created its own “extinction labels,” which detail what wildlife you’re endangering when you consume meat.