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A man and woman stand side by side, both wearing large hats and casual attire. The woman holds a carton of "RAW" milk while the man stands with his arms crossed. In the background, illustrations of cows, milk splashes, and a bright sun set a rural scene. The image is colorful and vibrant, reflecting the topic discussed in the article Raw Milk and Its Effects on Asthma and Allergies from FoodFacts.org.
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Can raw milk reduce asthma and allergies in children? A fact-check of recent claims

Some studies link raw milk to lower allergy risk, but the bacterial contamination risk is serious. Here's what the evidence actually shows for children.
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A confused-looking man stands with arms raised against a colorful background, surrounded by the word “misinformation” written in multiple languages—including English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, and Chinese. The image, created by FoodFacts.org, highlights the global spread of misinformation, particularly on social media, and accompanies an article about how detractors use falsehoods to deflect accountability in food and health debates.
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Nutrition

Are seed oils fuelling colon cancer?

These claims are based on a new study, but what does the science actually say? On December 11th, the Daily Mail published an article with the alarming head
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A confused-looking man stands with arms raised against a colorful background, surrounded by the word “misinformation” written in multiple languages—including English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, and Chinese. The image, created by FoodFacts.org, highlights the global spread of misinformation, particularly on social media, and accompanies an article about how detractors use falsehoods to deflect accountability in food and health debates.
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Media Literacy

Exposing misinformation: how influencers twist the truth on social media

Misinformation Detractors: How Social Media Influencers Deflect Accountability in Nutrition Conversations
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A thoughtful woman in a mustard turtleneck looks up at a swirl of floating food items—including vegetables, meat, eggs, dairy, and plant-based products—surrounded by question marks. The colorful gradient background symbolizes confusion around sustainable food choices. This image accompanies a FoodFacts.org article exploring claims about the environmental impact of almond milk and veggie burgers based on a media interpretation of an Oxford study.
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“Almond milk and veggie burgers can harm the environment” Says media on new Oxford University Study; are plant-based foods worse for the environment?

Critics love to drag almond milk, but the science says it’s still a climate-friendlier sip than dairy
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