Category: Nutrition
IgG Food Sensitivity Tests Not Valid
IgG testing for food sensitivity has not been validated by scientific evidence - that does not stop CAM practitioners.
The effects of vitamin D supplementation on major cardiac events
A large randomized controlled trial of vitamin D supplementation generates good data to show there is likely no benefit.
No evidence IV vitamin drips can treat infertility
There is no evidence IV vitamin drips can help treat infertility
Skeptical of the Carnivore Diet
The carnivore diet is the latest fad diet that is particularly pseudoscientific.
Is Meat Poison? Is Fat the Antidote?
Is a diet comprised solely of meat good for you? I think you know the answer.
GOLO for Weight Loss
There are lots of testimonials from people who say they lost weight with GOLO, but its effectiveness is not supported by any scientific evidence.
The Plant Paradox: Steven Gundry’s War on Lectins
Most of what Steven Gundry says in his book The Plant Paradox is demonstrably wrong. There is no science-based reason to avoid lectins.
Study of Multivitamin Use and Memory
Routine multivitamins are likely not the best strategy for cognitive effects.
Is Olive Oil Good Medicine?
A study found that olive oil increased longevity and reduced the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases, but it only showed correlation, not causation.
US Preventive Services Task Force Recommends Against Multivitamins
An updated review of the evidence reinforces that routine vitamin use is mostly worthless.