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.
Black Tea Shown to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
Here is just one more reason to replace your unhealthy and sugar-laden beverages. A study recently published in the Archives of Internal Medicine has shown that black tea not only…
Toxic Genetically Modified Crop Pesticides Found in Unborn Babies
Scientists at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, at the University of Sherbrooke Hospital Centre in Quebec, have come across a startling discovery while testing the blood of pregnant women…
McDonald’s, Burger King Lure Kids with Toys and Targeted Ads
A new study finds that fast-food commercials which are clearly aimed at young children are working, and they are compounding the obesity problem.
Curcumin Found to Inhibit Cancer Cell Growth Yet Again
Researchers have found that curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, has the power to inhibit the growth of esophageal cancer cell lines.
4 Health Foods with More Sugar than a Twinkie
Is sugar the last ingredient that has not been slammed by health conscious activists? Numerous crusades have been waged against GMOs (genetically modified organisms), aspartame, high-fructose corn syrup and trans…
Vitamin C Shown to Significantly Reduce Heart Disease Risk
Many people supplement with vitamin C to boost their immune system when they feel a cold coming on. But, research shows the benefits are more far-reaching than a temporary illness-fighter,…