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.
Manuka: Antibacterial, Antifungal, Kills Deadly MRSA Bacteria
Possessing anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-septic and anti-bacterial properties, manuka oil has been shown to successfully fight MRSA bacteria.
Study: Eating Dark Chocolate can Reduce “Excess Body Fat” in One Week
A new study has revealed that eating dark chocolate can reduce the markers for heart disease and even reduce belly fat in a single week.
Most Top Retailers Sell Food Produced with Bee-Killing Pesticides
U.S. food retailers aren’t doing a good job of keeping up with Americans’ increasing demand for organic food and elimination of pesticides in crops.
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.
This Nationwide Fix Could Save 200,000 Lives Over 15 Years
A new study shows that if the government made fruits and veggies more affordable, it would drastically cut heart-related deaths in the U.S.
Organic Tomatoes Contain more Vitamin C, Nutrients than Conventional
Is there a real nutritional difference between organic foods and traditional foods? The answer is “yes” for so many reasons, from the use of pesticides to synthetic fertilizers. To showcase…