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.
Association: Fruit, Veggie Consumption While Young Reduces Cancer Risk Later
The results of a massive new study suggest that teen girls who consume plenty of fruits and veggies significantly cut their risk of future breast cancer.
The True McDonald’s Commercial You’d Never See
Want to know what’s really in McDonald’s food? Check out this comical, satire commercial revealing what is really making up food from this fast food giant.
10 Quick Reasons to Love Chocolate
Many people may not know it, but there are actually numerous health benefits of chocolate. Here are 10 quick reasons to enjoy chocolate.
Chick-Fil-A Plans to Remove Dyes, High-Fructose Corn Syrup
Following consumer outrage, Chick-fil-A has decided to remove high fructose corn syrup from their buns and artificial dyes from their sauces and dressings.
The 4 Worst Fast Food ‘Ingredients’ They Don’t Tell You About
From breast implant chemicals to laxatives, there’s a lot about fast food you haven’t been told. Here are 4 ingredients you may not know about.
Study: Coconut Oil Could Protect Brain Cells from Amyloid Plaques Associated with Dementia
A new study supports existing evidence that coconut oil may help to alleviate the neurodegenerative affects of Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s.