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.
Scientist ‘Makes History’ by Eating 1st-Ever CRISPR Gene-Edited Meal
The first-ever genetically engineered meal has been consumed and nobody died, but is this win for science also a threat to humanity?
Study: Rosemary Oil Could Help Improve Your Memory
A new study finds that rosemary oil and peppermint tea help seniors improve their memory, and chamomile tea fosters calm and contentment.
Leading Heart Expert Says Fats are NOT to Blame for Heart Disease
Scientists and health experts are realizing that fats are not the enemy. Further, saturated fats are not the villains when it comes to heart disease.
Activists Push Dunkin’ Donuts to Drop Controversial Ingredient
Following activist pressure, Dunkin’ Donuts says that it will soon remove a controversial ingredient from its doughnuts known as titanium dioxide.
Report Finds We Are Eating ‘2,500 Tons of Fake Food’
Are you drinking beverages out of antifreeze containers and chewing on horse meat in your pre-packaged ‘hamburgers?
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.