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

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FDA bans the use of Red No.3 in food because of links to cancer. What’s the actual risk?

The FDA’s ban on Red No. 3 is more about outdated legal requirements than new evidence of harm On Wednesday, January 15th, the FDA banned the use of a synt
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Opinion
Nutrition

No, plant-based milks are not causing depression, but why does the media say the opposite?

Based on a study published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, media outlets are claiming plant-based drinks increase depression risk.
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Opinion
Health

Can raw milk reduce asthma and allergies in children? A fact-check of recent claims

Some studies link raw milk to lower allergy risk, but the bacterial contamination risk is serious. Here's what the evidence actually shows for children.
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Opinion
Nutrition

Are seed oils fuelling colon cancer?

These claims are based on a new study, but what does the science actually say? On December 11th, the Daily Mail published an article with the alarming head
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Opinion
Nutrition

Do vegans lack protein and amino acids? A balanced look at the evidence

It turns out that bold claims about protein tend to ignore the nuances in the research. An article published by the NY Post on April 29th claims that vegan
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Opinion
Health

No, the medical community has not reversed its position on high cholesterol

A new Keto study made waves on social media. We examine how its findings were received by the scientific community—and how they were reported by the…
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Opinion
Nutrition

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

Fish provides EPA and DHA directly; plants provide ALA which converts poorly. Here's what the evidence shows for vegans concerned about omega-3 adequacy.
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Opinion
Nutrition

Yes, folic acid is synthetic, but that doesn’t mean it’s harming your child’s behaviour

Some influencers claim folic acid damages children's health — but the scientific consensus strongly supports its role in preventing birth defects.
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