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A woman smiles as she prepares to blend a smoothie containing leafy greens and pink fruit yogurt in a blender. The image accompanies an article investigating Jessie Inchauspé’s advice to avoid smoothies for blood sugar management. It visually contrasts the popular image of smoothies as healthy with FoodFacts.org’s scientific analysis of how different ingredients and preparation methods affect glucose response.

Jessie Inchauspé says we should avoid smoothies. What does the science say?

Demonizing smoothies oversimplifies a complex food—and ignores how ingredients and context matter

A stylized, colorful illustration of milk being poured into a cup of vibrant green coffee or matcha, surrounded by playful paper-like objects, a spoon, and a biscuit in a bowl. The image supports the article’s exploration of popular glucose management tips, particularly the viral claim that adding milk to coffee can reduce its glycemic impact, reflecting the quirky yet scientific tone of the "Glucose Goddess" trend.

The Glucose Goddess on coffee, milk, and blood sugar levels

Coffee may spike headlines, but the science behind its blood sugar impact is a lot more balanced

Close-up of a plant-based burger featuring a grilled patty, lettuce, pickles, tomato, and mustard in a soft bun. The image supports the article’s exploration of whether plant-based meats are healthier for the heart than traditional meat, highlighting the visual similarity to beef while prompting questions about nutritional and cardiovascular impacts.

Plant-based meats: what are they doing to your heart health?

From sodium to saturated fat, we’re unpacking the real risks and rewards of going meatless for your heart.

Rows of plastic bottles filled with golden-yellow seed oil line a supermarket shelf. This image visually anchors the article’s examination of seed oils and their alleged link to inflammation, challenging widespread misinformation with evidence-based analysis of the health impacts of vegetable oils.

Do seed oils cause inflammation?

Do seed oils cause inflammation? Our expert fact-check examines the science behind omega-6 fatty acids, linoleic acid, and inflammatory biomarkers to debunk seed oil myths with evidence-based research

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