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Are podcast hosts spreading health misinformation? What the latest studies reveal

Podcast hosts can unknowingly spread health misinformation—learn how to spot and avoid it.
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Yes, we have long-term data on diets. Here’s the proof you need to know

Contrary to what influencers claim, we’ve been studying diets for decades—and the results are clear
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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
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Nutrition

Plants are good for you, so why do wellness influencers call them toxic?

Calling broccoli “toxic” makes for great clicks, but terrible nutrition advice
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