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.
6 Herbs for Healthy Lungs and Easy Breathing
Have trouble breathing? Keeping lungs healthy and airways clear is important. Here are 6 herbal tools that can help you breathe easier.
Genetically Modified Chocolate to Consume 70% of Global Cocoa Supply
New initiatives seek to genetically modify 70% of the global cocoa supply, highlighting the necessity for consumers to select only high quality organic chocolate products in order to avoid this…
This Is Why You Should Always Find Out Where Your Tuna Was Caught
In a recent study, where tuna was caught was nearly as important as its species, in terms of contamination from PCBs, flame retardants, and pesticides.
Report Finds Gerber Baby Food Filled with GMOs
Warning: Lab tests show that Gerber Graduates Lil’ Crunchies Veggie Dip Baked Whole Grain Corn Snack contains 100 percent insecticidal GMO corn.
4 Important Tips for Growing Your Own Superfoods
The nutritional value of a single food can surpass the quantity of fruit and veggies consumed. Here are 4 tips for growing nutrient-dense superfoods.
14-Year-Old ‘Mummified’ McDonald’s Burger Virtually Unchanged (Video)
A newly discovered ‘mummified’ McDonald’s burger visually represents just how little the Frankenfood burger actually changed over 14 years time.