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.
Longevity Secrets: 6 Reasons Okinawans Live to Be Older than 100
People from a small island off the coast of Japan, Okinawa, have figured out a secret recipe for living to be more than 100 years old. Here are some tips.
Citrus Fruit and Green Tea Combination Amplifies Cancer Protection, Study Finds
A study carried out in Japan has once again shown the cancer-fighting properties of citrus fruit. The study found that those who were eating the fruit had significantly lower risk…
4 Huge Reasons Why Soy Should be Avoided
Soybeans and most of the products made from them may actually rob the body of nutrients, destroy thyroid function, and cause many other health issues.
Preventing Chronic Disease Can be Achieved with Turmeric
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer—that’s quite a lot to expect of a humble root of the ginger family. Like ginger, turmeric and curcumin (the powdered and supplement form, respectively,…
Strawberry Compound Shown to Protect Against Alzheimer’s, Memory Loss
A study found that fisetin, a compound in strawberries and mangoes, can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and help prevent memory loss.
5 Awesome Spices to Cook with for a Healthier Life
Many of the spices we use to make our plates a gustatory and olfactory delight are also very beneficial to our bodies, too. Here are 5 awesome spices you should…