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A woman in a polka dot blouse sits thoughtfully at a desk, staring at her laptop with a hand on her chin. This image represents the caution and critical thinking encouraged in the article, which guides readers on how to avoid falling for false or misleading nutrition information online by evaluating sources and identifying red flags.
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Avoid false nutrition information online with our practical guide.

Misinformation is everywhere—but spotting it gets easier when you know the signs
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A young woman sits cross-legged on a bed, holding a smartphone, surrounded by dozens of floating red flags. The image visually represents the theme of the article, which provides guidance on identifying "red flags" of fake nutrition advice on social media platforms, highlighting the overwhelming presence of misinformation online.
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How to spot fake nutrition advice on social media: 10 red flags

Because not every wellness reel is well-informed—these red flags will help you scroll smarter.
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A close-up of a bright yellow traffic light glowing green against a blue sky. The image reflects the article’s critique of oversimplified “traffic light” nutrition labels, symbolizing how such systems can give the green light to misleading health claims and contribute to nutrition misinformation on social media.
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The Traffic Lights System: a guide to nutrition misinformation on social media

The Traffic Lights System is a guide explaining how nutrition misinformation works and why it spreads so fast.
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