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.
Scientists Reveal How to ‘Train Your Brain’ to Eat Healthy
A new study suggests that your brain can be trained to prefer healthful foods over nutrition-less junk foods, even if poor diet is a long-standing habit.
NYC Salt Labeling Rule Becomes Enforceable Starting June 6
Starting June 6, 2015 chain restaurants in New York City must include a symbol next to dishes containing excessive amounts of salt, or they can be fined $200,
Study: Junk Food Causes Mental Health Problems for Unborn Children
One recent study suggests mothers who indulge in junk foods are more likely to have children with behavioral and mental health problems.
6 GMO Loaded Brands You Should Avoid Buying
Do you want to know which companies to totally avoid because they use or support GMOs? Here are 6 huge conglomerates aiming to ruin your right to know.
Activism Causes Companies to Replace Artificial Dyes with Natural Ones
The look of many of the foods Americans know and love will soon be changing as food companies start removing artificial dyes from their products.
Dairy Allergies: Why Do So Many Children Suffer from Them?
Over the past several decades, children have developed dairy allergies at an ever-increasing rate. What is so different about today’s dairy products?