Nutrition Articles - Food Facts

A mother and child are being told by an influencer to not eat Easter candy. This represents a trend of health influencers spreading fear about ingredients present in candy.

Influencer suggests Easter candy treats are dangerous. Here's what you need to know

This is part of a social media trend advocating for food swaps that will instantly improve your health. But it misses the big picture, read on to find out more.

Illustration of a muscular man in a black tank top confidently holding a large plate of red meat while holding up his hand to reject scientific studies, heart health data, and a clipboard—symbolizing a dismissal of mainstream nutritional science. This image relates to Eddie Abbew’s controversial claim that eating only red meat for a month reduces inflammation and poses no health risks, despite scientific consensus to the contrary. Featured in FoodFacts.org’s analysis of misinformation around red meat and chronic disease risk.

Eddie Abbew’s claims on red meat: what you need to know

Eddie Abbew claims that eating red meat only for a month is the best way to reduce inflammation. We fact check his claims against the balance of available evidence on this important question.

A person comparing two bottles of omega-3 tablets. The one on the left comes from fish, whereas the one on the right comes from plants, relating to the debate about the best sources of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Omega-3 fatty acids: evaluating the role of fish and plant sources

It's true that fish sources of Omega-3 fatty acids are better than most plant-based ones, but fish get their omega's from this super water-plant source

A stylized digital illustration of a high-protein meal spread, featuring various foods like eggs, beef, salmon, cheese, tofu, black beans, broccoli, and couscous, all arranged neatly on colorful plates and bowls—visually highlighting diverse sources of dietary protein from both animal and plant origins.

The facts about protein: why science says more isn’t always better

The Glucose Goddess claims that we should all aim for 2g of protein per kg of body weight every day. What do the experts think?

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