Cofounder & Research Lead (Volunteer)

Isabelle Sadler

Isabelle a cofounder of foodfacts.org and a lead researcher promoting transparency in our food system.

About Isabelle

Izzy is one of the co-founders of foodfacts.org. She holds a BSc in Human Biology and is dedicated to her work as a researcher and science communicator for various organisations. Her interests lie at the intersection of fostering a food system that promotes human and planetary health.

With a focus on nutrition, public health, and science communication, Izzy ensures that the information disseminated to the public is accurate and reflective of scientific findings. Her mission is to combat misinformation within our food system and advocate for the widespread adoption of healthy, sustainable diets, making these choices accessible to all.

Her main responsibilities include reviewing and writing fact-checks, and ensuring our fact-checking policies are followed for all of our work.

Outside of her professional life, Izzy finds joy in cooking with new recipes, running, playing netball, and immersing herself in the great outdoors.

Articles featuring  

Isabelle Sadler

FACT CHECK
Opinion
Media Literacy

Avoid false nutrition information online with our practical guide.

Nutrition misinformation is everywhere online — but it gets easier to spot once you know the signs. Here are the key red flags to watch for.
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Opinion
Nutrition

Do seed oils cause inflammation?

Do seed oils cause inflammation? Systematic reviews and major institutions (Harvard, Stanford, AHA, BHF) all say no. Here is what the science actually shows.
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Opinion
Nutrition

Can freezing white bread make it healthier? Here’s what you need to know

Freezing bread does lower its glycaemic index — but the effect is modest. Here's what the research actually shows and when it matters for your health.
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Opinion
Environment

What's the impact of food transport on sustainability?

Food miles make headlines, but what’s on your plate matters way more than where it came from.
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FACT CHECK
Opinion
Nutrition

Can your body really replace carbs with protein? Examining the claim that 70% of protein turns to glucose

Glucose from protein? Yes. 70%? Not unless you're starving—and even then, it's complicated. On June 6th, 2024, Candi Frazier aka theprimalbod published an
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Opinion
Nutrition

Beyond Headlines: Fact-checking The Telegraph’s claims on the health effects of plant-based alternatives

If headlines had nutrition labels, some would read: 'High in spin, low in substance. On April 25th, 2024, The Telegraph published an article entitled “The
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Opinion
Nutrition

Bananas vs. Mars bars: an unnecessary comparison

The Telegraph's comparison between bananas and Mars bars raises questions. What does scientific evidence reveal about this claim?
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Opinion
Nutrition

Are oats still a healthy breakfast choice? Debunking the latest social media myth

Saying that oats aren’t a healthy breakfast choice for those with sedentary lifestyles ignores scientific evidence supporting the health benefits of oats.
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