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.
Over 6 Health Benefits of Okra, Plus Growing Tips
Okra dates back 3500 years, but the many okra health benefits are still being seen today. Here are over 6 health benefits of okra.
Britons Consuming 160 Teaspoons of Sugar Weekly, 24% LESS than U.S.
A new report reveals that Britons are consuming about 160 teaspoons of sugar each week on average, while Americans are consuming a whopping 210 teaspoons.
Food Producers can Boost Frozen Broccoli’s Healing Powers: Will They?
Frozen broccoli lacks a compound offering protection against cancer, but researchers found that food producers can easily solve this problem. Will they?
Food Portion Sizes Double over 20 Years as People Grow Fatter
Numerous reports indicate that food portion sizes have doubled (or worse) over 20 years for both Britain and America. Food is larger, and people are fatter.
The Mushroom Being Used to Suppress Cancer Tumors
Used in Asia forever for it’s medicinal benefits, the turkey tail mushroom has been shown to be highly effective at suppressing prostate tumor development.
7 Foods and Herbs to Fight the Common Cold
The season of cold and sickness is here again. What will you do about it? Here are 7 immune-boosting foods to help you overcome and prevent sickness.