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.
Vitamin D and Cancer – Adding Vitamin D to the Anti-Cancer Toolbelt
Everyone is deathly afraid of coming down with cancer, yet the very lifestyle that promotes cancer is the most popular. Cancer has been one of the leading causes of death…
The Powerful Bacteria-Killing Spice with 4 Times the Antioxidants of Blueberries
Oregano is an herb with an estimated 4 times the concentration of antioxidants as blueberries and offers a wealth of additional health benefits.
The Many Benefits of the Immune-Boosting Root Astragalus
Astragalus root has long been used by Traditional Chinese Medicine as an overall body tonic. The root can aid in heart disease, detoxifying, and much more.
Survival: Top 5 Wild Edibles to Help Keep You Alive
Having knowledge of a few wild edible plants could help keep you alive one day. Here are 5 wild edibles you may find and eat on your outdoor journeys.
Even ‘Organic’ Foods May Contain Health Traps, Especially for Kids
Buying organic is a great way to avoid pesticides, additives, and other toxic substances, but it is important to fully identify the full organic integrity of your food items. Unfortunately,…
Eating Black Raspberries Helps to Prevent Colon Cancer
If you are searching for a food for a healthy colon, search no further than black raspberries. With colon cancer being the second leading cancer killer in the United States,…