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.
Unsulphured Blackstrap Molasses Benefits: A Mostly Ignored Inexpensive Superfood
Unsulphured blackstrap molasses is among numerous superfoods receiving little recognition. Read on to learn about blackstrap molasses benefits.
Should You Worry About Mystery Chicken Imported from China?
The U.S. recently lifted their ban on chicken imports from China and will not require the processed chicken to mention where it came from.
Is the Soda Industry Hiding Health Risks of Drinking Soda?
If a study finds no link between sugary drink consumption and health problems, there’s a 100% chance it was funded by the beverage industry.
Beta-Carotene Benefits: From Improving Vision to Boosting Brain Power
An antioxidant responsible for giving many vegetables their rich, vibrant colors, beta-carotene is one of several plant compounds called carotenoids. These compounds are converted into vitamin A within the body…
3 Studies Linking Beans with Cancer Prevention
Numerous studies have linked beans and legumes with cancer prevention, particularly the reduced risk of colon cancer.
Highly Toxic Mercury Present in Processed Foods, Yet FDA Does Nothing
Why has the FDA ignored the fact that mercury, an element that is highly toxic in all forms, was found in a large number of brand-name processed foods? Specifically, the…