foodfacts logo
  • Articles
    
    Latest
    arrow pointing right
    All Fact Checks
    arrow pointing right
    Guides
    arrow pointing right
    Features
    arrow pointing right
    Opinion Pieces
    arrow pointing right
    Topics
    The Climate Crisis
    Politics Of Food
    Health
    Food Systems
    Media Literacy
    Popular Media
    Ethics
    Environment
    Nutrition
    Trending Tags
    Vegetarian
    Finance
    Saturated Fat
    Water
    Insulin
    Pork
    Adverts
    Dietary Guidelines
    Lab-Grown Meat
    (UPF) Ultra Processed Foods
    Chemophobia
    Precision Livestock Farming (PLF)
    Manosphere
    Net Zero
    Glossary
    arrow pointing right
    Fact Checks
    Vegetarians and cancer risk: what a study of 1.8 million people actually suggests, and what got lost in coverage
    How viral posts about "unnatural" apples may be missing what the science actually shows
    Did the new dietary guidelines clear saturated fat? The claim fact-checked
  • Take Action
  • About
    
    • About
    • The Team
    • Fact Checking Policies
    • Funding/Disclosures
    • Advisory Board
    • Media Mentions
    • FAQs
  • Food Database
  • Superspreaders
Report MisinfoDonate
Home
/
Articles
/
Health

Health

Filter by Tag:

Saturated Fat
Insulin
Dietary Guidelines
CBD
Junk Food
Menopause
Pesticides
Immune System
Supplements
Acidic Foods
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Microwaves
Raw meat
Obesity
Hormonal Health
Health
Gut Health
Behavioural Disorders
Synthetic Dyes
Allergies
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.
FACT CHECK
OPINION
Health

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.
Read more
A flat-style editorial illustration shows four diverse scientists—two men and two women of various races and ages—in lab coats animatedly confronting a person holding a newspaper up like a shield. The scientists gesture urgently toward medical diagrams and data charts, expressing frustration. The newspaper-holder stands firm, face hidden, ignoring their arguments. The background is a clean teal color, keeping the focus on the tension between evidence and misinformation.
FACT CHECK
OPINION
Health

No, the medical community has not reversed its position on high cholesterol

A new Keto study made waves on social media. We examine how its findings were received by the scientific community—and how they were reported by the Daily Mail.
Read more
An illustration of a parent couple looking worried while holding their baby and a bottle of infant formula, as a person with a megaphone shouts in the background about toxins, seed oils being dangerous, and not trusting baby formula. The image contextualizes the misinformation often spread by influencers about health and food, as discussed in the article "Are Podcast Hosts Spreading Health Misinformation? What the Latest Studies Reveal." It highlights the risks of online health advice and the confusion it can create for parents and the public.
FACT CHECK
OPINION
Health

Seed oils are in baby formula for a reason. Here’s why it matters

For parents who cannot naturally breastfeed their babies, infant formulas provide a lifeline.
Read more
A colorful illustration features a bowl containing a variety of healthy foods. Included are rice, carrots, broccoli, edamame, and tempeh. These components together suggest a meal that is protein-rich (thanks to the tempeh) and beneficial for gut health.
FACT CHECK
OPINION
Health

The high-protein, gut-friendly food that's been a staple for centuries. And it's going mainstream

From gut health to heart health, this fermented food checks more boxes than your average protein bar
Read more
Previous
More
Explore Categories
The Climate Crisis
Politics Of Food
Health
Food Systems
Media Literacy
Popular Media
Ethics
Environment
Nutrition
Explore Tags
Vegetarian
Finance
Saturated Fat
Water
Insulin
Pork
Adverts
Dietary Guidelines
CBD
Junk Food
Menopause
Pesticides
Rice
Immune System
Supplements
Vitamins
Acidic Foods
Alkaline Diets
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Education

Ready to take action?

You have the power to make a difference 3 times a day.

Get Inspired Today!
Get the latest articles
You're all set! We've added you to our newsletter.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Follow Us
youtube [#168] Created with Sketch.
Food misinformation threatens public and planetary health. We're fighting back against misinformation, fostering healthy communities, honest food, and a thriving planet

ai powered chat bot experience provided by Elevenlabs
Article

Top Myths

Latest

The Climate Crisis
Politics Of Food
Health
Food Systems
Media Literacy
Popular Media
Ethics
Environment
Nutrition
Take Action
Partner Organisations
About
Fact Checking PoliciesOur Funding/DisclosuresThe TeamOrganisational StructureIndependence & TransparencyAi Usage PolicyAdvisory BoardMedia MentionsFAQsGlossaryXML News Feed
Contact
Report Mis/DisinformationContact Us / PressProvide Feedback
Privacy Policy  
Terms & Conditions © 2024
Freedom Food Alliance is a non-profit organisation. (no. 15414442) limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales.
‍
© Copyright 2024-2026 Freedom Food Alliance.  Launched in 2025. 🇬🇧 Grown in the United Kingdom.