How many times have you clicked on an eye-catching article and found that the messaging therein is remarkably different from what you thought you knew about nutrition or health? In today's maelstrom of online information it's probably becoming more and more frequent. It can feel impossible to trust what "experts" are telling us when it seems to change constantly and conflict with other experts' recommendations.
This episode is designed to help you feel a bit less flustered with the nutrition and health information you encounter on the daily. We discuss the difference between science and expert opinion, plus how individual biases influence health messaging. It's important to remember that science is constantly evolving. Most health experts provide the best information they can based on the available evidence...and we need to expect that information to change as new and more complete evidence emerges.
Stay tuned to the very end where we have a little fun with health and nutrition messages that have (thank goodness) evolved over the years!
Links:
Vintage Ads - https://allthatsinteresting.com/health-ads-terrible-advice
Doctor Recommended Cigarettes - https://tobacco-img.stanford.edu/wp-content/uploads/cigarettes/doctors-smoking/lucky_20679.jpg
Walking Article - https://lifestyle.livemint.com/amp/health/fitness/why-you-need-to-do-more-for-your-fitness-than-just-walking-111653409670349.html#read-more
Erin Green is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, recovering professional triathlete and owner of Erin Green Racing and Nutrition in Boise, Idaho. After years of regimented training, she is rediscovering the joy of spontaneous movement, social runs and exploring unpaved bike routes. Check out her blog and videos at www.eringreenracing.com.
Michael Gray is a personal trainer, nutritional coach, father of two and a sucker for a bag of gummy bears. See what he's up to at www.michaelgrayfitness.com.
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