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Researcher & Fact-Checker (Volunteer)

Laurens van Oers MSc

Researcher & Fact-Checker (Volunteer)

Laurens van Oers holds a Master’s degree in Food Science & Innovation from Manchester Metropolitan University. With a strong passion for evidence-based journalism, he combines his scientific expertise with a critical eye to investigate food claims, debunk myths, and explain complex topics in an accessible way. At Food Facts, Laurens contributes in-depth fact-checks and articles on everything from nutrition science to sustainable food systems.

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Laurens van Oers MSc

Why texturized soy protein isn't the worst protein in the world

Eric Berg claims that texturized soy protein is "toxic" and "one of the worst foods for your body", despite the evidence showing that he's mostly wrong.

Are pesticides on strawberries destroying your gut? The science says otherwise

Should we avoid strawberries altogether? Or does the science actually state otherwise? Let’s find out.

Does yoghurt cause gut disruption?

Some influencers warn against mixing yoghurt and fibre-rich foods — but evidence suggests this combination is safe and may actually support gut health.

Are we being fed cancer cells? The lab-grown meat controversy

Lab-grown meat doesn't use cancer cells, but some production methods use immortalised cell lines. Here's what that means and why transparency matters.

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Do very hot tea or coffee raise the risk of esophageal cancer?

Drinking liquids above 65°C is classified as a probable carcinogen. The risk is temperature, not tea itself — here's what the IARC evidence actually says.

“Not real food”? Says Eddie Abbew. A closer look at claims about tempeh, soy, and men’s health.

Eddie Abbew dismisses tempeh as fake food — but it's one of the most nutrient-dense plant proteins available. Here's what the nutritional evidence shows.

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