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A person stands in a kitchen between different sets of kitchen equiptment. Some equiptment is plastic, the other is metal or wooden, signifying the conversation about the risks of using plastic cooking utensils.

Should you throw out all your plastic containers? A fact-check on microplastics and kitchen safety

Yes, plastic kitchenware can release microplastics after intensive use, but that doesn't mean that you need to throw out your plastic utensils!

A scientist holds a magnifying glass up to a glass of milk. This represents the claim that milk is full of animal pus, when in fact, it is filled with a range of natural immune system cells.

No, your milk isn’t full of pus. But here’s what is in it

Many vegan organizations claim that milk is full of pus, but this claim mispresents the truth.

A close-up of several slices of white bread overlapping each other, with golden-brown crusts and fluffy interiors. This image ties into the article's exploration of whether freezing white bread can make it healthier—challenging assumptions around ultra-processed foods and highlighting how food preparation methods may impact nutritional value.

Can freezing white bread make it healthier? Here’s what you need to know

People claim it can improve your blood sugar response, but is it true?

An illustration displays a variety of colorful fruits, including oranges, grapefruit, bananas, papaya, mango, and kiwi, along with some pills and chemical structures drawn in white. This collection of items likely represents sources of folic acid or nutrients relevant to children's health and development.

Yes, folic acid is synthetic, but that doesn’t mean it’s harming your child’s behaviour

This influencer says folic acid in food sabotages your health, but what if it’s actually doing the opposite?

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A chicken is housed indoors. There is a small gap leading to an outdoor space, but the chickens do not go there.

What does 'free range' really mean? The facts behind the label

People often imagine animals in free-range farms as roaming freely in lush pastures. In reality, some free-range animals may never step foot outside.

A cow looks at the camera and is in a farm setting. The cow is eating grass, despite being kept indoors and not out on pasture. This highlights the issues with the "grass-fed" label.

What does “grass-fed” really mean? The meaning behind the label

Yes, cows might be fed grass, but that doesn't always mean that they're out on grassy fields.

Illustration of a confused shopper in a grocery store aisle, surrounded by various plant-based and animal-based protein options like tofu, beans, sausages, and meat. The image captures consumer hesitation amid a changing food landscape.

Unpacking the shift: why consumers are moving away from plant-based meat

SPOILER - Yes, plant-based meat sales have dropped, but it's because people are swapping to less processed plant-based proteins.

A man stands next to a cow and holds a bolt gun. The man looks concerned holding the gun, questioning the claims that this is a humane method to slaughter an animal.

Can slaughter ever be humane? A closer look at the industry standard

Is "humane slaughter" a genuine practice, or is it just humane-washing?

A man holds an avocado in his hands, looking slightly puzzled, unsure as to whether eating avocados destroys the planet

Are vegans really destroying the planet with avocados?

People often blame vegans for destroying the planet with avocados, but is this accusation justified?

A digital illustration shows two people sat across from each other. This visual complements the article "Are Podcast Hosts Spreading Health Misinformation? What the Latest Studies Reveal," which discusses how misinformation can spread through podcasts, particularly in health and wellness discussions. The article emphasizes the need for critical thinking and fact-checking to navigate misleading or unverified claims made by podcast hosts.

Steven Bartlett’s podcast and the spread of health misinformation: a doctor’s response

From Mic to Myth: The Alarming Rise of Health Misinformation in Podcasts

A variety of glass bottles filled with different oils are displayed on a wooden surface, surrounded by whole food sources like avocados, almonds, soybeans, and flaxseeds. This image reflects the themes of the article, which explores the risks of seed oil mislabeling, allergy concerns, and misinformation—highlighting the importance of transparency and accuracy in food labeling and nutritional guidance.

Understanding seed oil cards: the risks of mislabelling allergies

Seed oil cards may look helpful—but when they spread myths and miss allergy risks, they’re more harm than hack.

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