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.
8 Foods that may Soon Cost more Due to CA’s Drought
For the first time in 15 years, the entire state of California is suffering a water shortage. Here are 8 foods that may soon cost more due to the drought.
GMO Bacon? ‘Genetically Modified’ Pigs on the Horizon
Are you ready for modern-made ‘GMO’ bacon? With gene-modified pigs coming to your local grocery store, this may be yet another biotech reality.
Study: Flaxseeds can Reduce Primary Breast Cancer Risk by 18%
Among women who were recently diagnosed with breast cancer, flax was shown to reduce the risk of primary breast cancer by 18 percent, among other benefits.
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.
BIG News! Senate Refuses DARK Act, Protects Americans’ Right to Know
The Senate just made the right decision in voting AGAINST a food bill that would effectively ruin GMO labeling across the country and keep Americans in the dark about what…
Report: Chance of Obesity, Diabetes Rises When McDonald’s Is Nearby
A report indicates that obesity and diabetes rates are most likely to increase when fast food chains are close by. The closer you are, the higher the risk.