Science Guide: Problems With Studies
Did you read a hot new study on a diet which has won your affection? Let’s not rush things. Here’s what every honorable scientist and sceptic needs to know about…
Did you read a hot new study on a diet which has won your affection? Let’s not rush things. Here’s what every honorable scientist and sceptic needs to know about…
Not all fats are unhealthy. Omega-3 fatty acids are one of the "good" types of fat. Western diets are rich in Omega-6 fatty acids, but low in omega-3. Adding Omega-3…
What's good and what's bad? People often want to categorize foods as either "good" or "bad", and while there are foods that are known to be bad for our health…
Who else loves avocado on toast on a Sunday? Avocados contain a variety of essential nutrients such as vitamins, fibers and minerals. Unlike other fruits, avocados are low in sugar…
Ever made this assumption? Articles and documentaries often say that a certain foods are "linked" to certain diseases. This is often assumed to mean that the food CAUSES the disease,…
Many people claim that the calories you consume is all that matters when dieting and that as long as you eat less calories than you burn (a caloric deficit), you…
Ever noticed how you feel very entitled to argue on a topic after watching a documentary or reading a book on it? Before learning about a topic, we are usually…
Aging happens to us all and brings about many changes in body composition, often with increased fat mass and decreased muscle mass. The change in body composition is thought to…
We all know that there are different kinds of people with regards to sociability and the “need” for social interactions. This can quite easily be seen in the gym. Do…