Cofounder & Research Director (Volunteer)

Elise Hutchinson, PhD

Elise is a cofounder of foodfacts.org, she has a PhD in linguistics and focuses on fighting misinformation & creating meaningful debate.

About Elise

Elise is one of the founders of foodfacts.org she is a linguistics professional who was awarded Summa Cum Laude for her PhD thesis, which focused on the cognitive and discursive mechanisms behind effective persuasion, particularly in the long term. She is passionate about finding ways to fight against the spread of misinformation and disinformation, and to generate meaningful, constructive debates.

Elise earned her PhD at the Université de Neuchâtel and currently lives in England.

Articles featuring  

Elise Hutchinson, PhD

FACT CHECK
Opinion
Nutrition

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
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Health

Paul Saladino MD questions plant-based diets for longevity. What does the science say?

Saladino casts doubt on plant-based diets, but the evidence on longevity tells a different story
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Nutrition

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
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Nutrition

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.
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Media Literacy

Exposing misinformation: how influencers twist the truth on social media

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

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?
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Nutrition

There is no evidence that a low vitamin A diet might be beneficial for your health

Cutting out vitamin A isn’t a biohack—it’s a health risk with no scientific upside
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Nutrition

Plants are good for you, so why do wellness influencers call them toxic?

Calling broccoli “toxic” makes for great clicks, but terrible nutrition advice
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Nutrition

No, honey isn’t unhealthy because it spikes your blood sugar, but why does this influencer say the opposite?

We break down the flawed logic behind judging honey by a single spike—and explain what the evidence actually says
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Health

Is ginger good for you? Or are the benefits of this "superfood" overstated?

Many people eat ginger when they're feeling unwell, but are ginger's health benefits anecdotal or based in evidence? We find out in this fact-check!
FACT CHECK
Opinion
Media Literacy

Exposing misinformation: how influencers twist the truth on social media

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