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Can ultra-processed foods be healthy?

Ultra-processed foods have been increasingly highlighted as a tension point among those who work in nutrition, health, or wellness. Ultra-Processed Upset A Time article from August described the efforts of Jessica Wilson, a registered dietitian fighting for ultraprocessed foods—and it's not because she works for the food

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How are scientific studies used to fact-check wellness claims?

There are many kinds of studies used in academic research. They involve different designs and types of data collection. The data and what the study investigates determines the kind of analysis method. What studies can (and can't) show Studies can be used for different purposes. Cell and animal

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Do abstracts reveal what's important about a study?

Sometimes an abstract is a good summary of a study's results. Most of the time, it leaves out vital information needed to accurately verify a study's data, evidence, and conclusions. If you don't read beyond the abstract, your takeaway could be half-baked or misinformed.

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What are limitations?

Limitations are frequently discussed in the context of academic research. Limitations are a broad range of things that could influence the quality of the study's data and final conclusion. Examples of limitations are: * Missing data * Factors the researchers didn't consider * Not enough people in the study