Misinformation on nutrition and health seems more prevalent than evidence-based information. And it’s becoming more challenging to figure out just who the experts are. Misinterpreted science, cherry-picked studies, conspiracies, and alluring anecdotes are the tools that many use to sell their stories. Below you will find some of the more popular people or websites that do not provide evidence-based advice, […]
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This Week in Food, Health, and Fitness
This week, read about the dangers of overhydration, milk myths, how to stay fast as you age, iron deficiency, omega-3 supplements, preventing athletic injuries, foods that boost athletic performance, how to stay awake (without caffeine), and more. Water Works . . . There were plenty of articles about water this week! A couple of articles […]
Myths and Misconceptions about Healthy Eating
I’ve started to list some of the more popular myths and misconceptions below. Avoiding sources of misinformation will help you steer clear of erroneous nutrition and health information. You can find some popular sources of misinformation at these links: Nutrition “Experts” You Shouldn’t Trust Nutrition Sources You Should Avoid (Excellent comprehensive list by Michael Hull). Popular […]