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.
New Study: GMO Soy Accumulates Cancerous Formaldehyde
Research has found that genetically modified soy is toxic to the kidneys, liver, and reproductive system. Unfortunately, that is not all.
Pharma Taps into Rare Blushwood Berries for Anti-Cancer Potential
Research discovered a compound in Blushwood berries can kill numerous cancers FAST, leading pharma to create EBC-46 drug with the compound.
Study | Resveratrol Halts Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes
Resveratrol is a powerful antioxidant found in fruits, nuts and most famously — red wine. Typically consumed in higher concentrations through supplementation, thus nutrient has caused quite a buzz in…
Why is a Known Toxic Substance Allowed in Organic Foods?
Carrageenan is a substance found in food, even organic food. The problem? Carrageenan has been linked to gastrointestinal issues, cancer, and more.
Scientists Push to Place RFID Tracking Chips in Food
RFID, short for Radio Frequency ID, tags have found their way into a wide variety of applications. These pellets, which are often roughly the same size as a grain of…
Food Industry Study Slams Recommended Sugar Intake Limits
A new study claiming dietary guideline limits on sugar are inaccurate is the food industry’s latest attempt at planting doubts in buyers’ minds.