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.
Fluoride Food Sources that may Contain 180 Times More Fluoride Than Tap Water
Common food items could be contributing to your fluoride intake. But what are the fluoride food sources you need to worry about?
Leading Spice Provider Plans to go Organic, Non-GMO by 2016
McCormick recently announced plans to release non-GMO vanilla in time for the holidays while propelling to organic and non-GMO standards by 2016.
8 Common Kitchen Spices that Are Healing Superfoods
Want to use everyday, natural foods to boost overall health? Here are 8 healing herbs and spices that everyone should have in the kitchen.
Goji Berry Compound Could Treat 2 Deadly Tropical Diseases
A compound found in goji berries, called 7-keto-sempervirol, attacks the coating of the parasites that cause life-threatening schistosomiasis and fascioliasis, according to a Welsh study.
7 Little-Known Benefits of Cucumbers
Cucumbers may have a high water content, but the health benefits of cucumbers should not be watered down. Here are 7 little-known benefits.
Grapes & Wine Found to Protect Skin from Sun Damage
Researchers have found that eating grapes and drinking wine can protect the skin against UV damage, and in turn sunburn. Cosmetic companies are already attempting to develop formulas that take…