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.
Is Toxic Mercury in High Fructose Corn Syrup STILL a Problem in 2024?
Is mercury in high fructose corn syrup STILL a problem in 2023? Spoiler, I could not find any indication that anything has changed since 2008.
Why You Should Avoid Low-Fat Cheese and Milk
If you thought you were doing your body justice by reaching for the low-fat cheese or milk, you may want to think again. While dietitians and others recommend low- and…
China State TV Reveals Unapproved GMO Rice on the Market
CCTV, China’s state station, has reported on unapproved genetically modified rice being sold in 2 southern markets, exposing millions to questionable food.
4 Ancient Superfoods and their Timeless Benefits
Though the term “super food” has only been in circulation in recent years, the idea of super-nutritious and life giving foods have been around since the beginning of time. As…
Living a Disease Free Life: Solutions to Daily Health Risks that Lead to Disease
The modern lifestyle is oftentimes a magnet for disease and major health conditions. Our diet along with many so-called “health” products, industrial materials, lack of exercise, stress, and other factors…
Use this Common Fruit Juice to Boost Heart and Cardiovascular Health
Phytonutrients in cranberries have been shown to greatly improve cardiovascular health, by not allowing bacteria or plaque to collect in urinary tracts.