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.
5 Whole-Body Pumpkin Health Benefits
It is time to start breaking out the pumpkins! From promoting vision to protecting your heart, here are 5 pumpkin health benefits.
Women Need More Nutrients than Men for Emotional Wellbeing
A recent study suggests that women need more nutrients in their diet than men in order to maintain positive emotional well-being.
Coming Soon: The ‘Microwave’ Diet Device that Counts Calories Instantly
Researchers for General Electric are working on a machine that will use microwaves to instantly analyze how many calories are in a plate of food.
What Makes Spinach Such a Powerful Superfood?
Abundant in vitamins K, A, C, and minerals manganese, folate, and magnesium, spinach is an amazingly healthful superfood offering numerous health benefits.
Breaking: Junk Food, Fast Food Proven to Cause Depression
According to recent research conducted by scientists from the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and the University of Granada, both junk food and fast food consumption ignites depression…
Cheap, Tasty, and Harmful to Your Health: Ramen Noodles
Yes, ramen noodles contain toxic MSG; but there are more unhealthy aspects of these popular prepared food products than you might realize.