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.
FDA Approved: Paint Thinner in Cereal and Other Foods
Hundreds of foods, in dozens of stores, contain a toxic additive known as trisodium phosphate, which the FDA has called ‘safe,’ but is it really?
Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Switches to Non-GMO, and Fair Trade Means BIG Changes
Ben & Jerry’s ice cream has recently decided to phase out all GMOs and only source fair trade ingredients, and the company is sticking to that decision.
Report Links Fish, Fatty Acid Consumption to Lower Breast Cancer Risk
Researchers found that an increased consumption of n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids found in fish was associated with a lower risk of breast cancer.
12 Most Pesticide-Laden Fruit and Vegetables: The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen, Updated
Here is a list of the 12 most pesticide-laden fruit and vegetables you should always buy organic, as well as the 15 cleanest fruit and vegetables.
37 Better Food Preservatives & AntiMicrobials than the Chemical Crap ‘they’ Put in Your Food
From basil to garlic, here are 37 better preservatives and anti-microbials to look to instead of the chemical cocktails being used by food manufacturers.
FDA Database: 93% of Food Additives Aren’t Properly Studied
Why is the Food and Drug Administration allowing a staggering amount of additives to adulterate our food? Many of these additives cause health issues.