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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.

Exposing misinformation: how influencers twist the truth on social media

Misinformation Detractors: How Social Media Influencers Deflect Accountability in Nutrition Conversations

A surprised man stands surrounded by colorful illustrations of charts, scientific papers, lab equipment, and cartoon-like rats, suggesting confusion or skepticism. The collage-style background represents the chaos of misinterpreted research on social media. The image accompanies a FoodFacts.org article about spotting misused scientific studies online.

“The study shows” or does it? How to spot misused research on social media

How to know when someone online has used research correctly.

A woman in a polka dot blouse sits thoughtfully at a desk, staring at her laptop with a hand on her chin. This image represents the caution and critical thinking encouraged in the article, which guides readers on how to avoid falling for false or misleading nutrition information online by evaluating sources and identifying red flags.

Avoid false nutrition information online with our practical guide.

Misinformation is everywhere—but spotting it gets easier when you know the signs

A confused-looking man stands between two animated health professionals, each holding documents and passionately explaining. Question marks hover above their heads, symbolizing conflicting advice. This image reflects the theme of the article, which questions who is truly qualified to give nutrition advice and highlights the confusion caused by misinformation and differing expert opinions.

Who's really qualified to give nutrition advice online? Here’s what you need to know

Having abs doesn’t make you a nutrition expert—credentials do.

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