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.
5 Ways to Eat More Choline: A Vital Nutrient for Nervous System, Liver Health, & Cancer Prevention
An essential nutrient, choline is a compound needed for various bodily functions. Here are 5 benefits of choline, as well as 5 food sources of choline.
Just 1/4 Tsp. of Ginger Daily Could Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Markers
Consuming about a quarter-teaspoon of ginger each day can significantly reduce inflammatory markers associated with Type 2 diabetes, a study found.
5 Foods to Improve Skin, Hair, and Nail Health
Multiple studies have confirmed the fact that eating healthy improves looks even more than makeup and cosmetic surgery. Instead of spending thousands on designer makeup or invasive surgeries, try this…
Dangerous Levels of Arsenic, Lead Found in Commercial Apple and Grape Juice
A new report was recently released by Consumer Reports showing that many common apple juice and grape juice brands actually contain high enough levels of arsenic to increase the risk…
New Study Finds GMO Soy Toxic to Kidneys, Liver, and Reproduction
In another new study, rats given GM soy were found to have deadly amounts of toxicity in their kidneys, liver, testes, sperm, blood and even DNA.
Study: Children Exposed to GMO Soy Pesticides Suffer ‘Serious Genetic Damage’
A 2015 study has shown that children exposed to pesticides used to grow GM soy suffer serious genetic damage. Thankfully, it is reversible.