Stuff that you CANT find out from Nutrition Labels

[ZeeJustin]

This thread is for nutrition questions that you can't find the answer to on a nutrition label.


Soda: Most people assume it's bad for you because of the sodium, sugar, and calories. I'm under the impression that soda is one of the worst things you can consume, almost 100% because of the acidity level. Basically, our bodies aren't equipped to handle large amounts of fluid with such an acidic pH value. Can anyone elaborate on this and the effects high acidity fluids have on your body? Also, how does stuff like Orange Juice compare?


Vitamin C and Calcium - Unlike my soda comment, I am under the impression that the following theory is NOT completely valid, although I really don't know. I have been told that the vitamin C you get from OJ and the calcium you get from milk are barely absorbed at all by your body, and are practically meaningless. Can anyone disprove this theory?


What other nutrients do we need that we can't find on nutrition labels? I know Omega 3 fatty acids are important (Salmon and Soy Beans are great sources).

No real structure is necessary for this thread. Just post your questions and/or answers as you see fit.