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.
Why Are Govt Subsidies Forcing GMO Baby Formula on Low Income Mothers?
It’s unfortunate, but babies who receive federally-funded WIC assistance are usually provided with formula comprised of toxic GMO ingredients. Make it stop.
Chamomile Benefits: Growing Your Own Medicine
From combating stress to treating insomnia, chamomile benefits range far and wide. Here are over 10 benefits of chamomile as an herb and tea.
3 GMO Foods Likely in Your Multi-Vitamins
The vitamin industry has been tainted with Big Ag and Big Pharma. Here are 3 GMO foods you probably never expected to find in your vitamins.
NIH Study Links Diet Drinks to Depression
A new study by the National Institutes of Health has linked diet beverages with heightened risk of depression in older adults. Researchers surveyed over 260,000 adults aged 50 to 71…
Eating More of This Could Ease Pain, Swelling of Rheumatoid Arthritis
According to researchers, eating fish at least twice a week significantly improves the pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
Another Win! Kellogg’s and Mars to Label GMOs Nationwide
To comply with Vermont’s GMO labeling initiative, Kellogg’s and Mars have announced that they will be labeling their products if they contain genetically modified ingredients.