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How do we know vaccines are safe?

If you’re confused about whether vaccines are safe, you’re not alone. Are the ingredients safe? What are the long-term risks? Can kids’ immune systems handle so many? We’ve got your answers here.

Fact vs. FictionApril 14, 2025Caitlin Dow, PhD
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Taking GLP-1 obesity drugs? Here's what to eat or avoid.

Some ‘GLP-1 friendly’ foods are not healthy and won't help with side effects, muscle loss, or weight loss.

Weight and HealthMarch 12, 2025Bonnie Liebman, MS
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Can supplements ward off a cold, the flu, or Covid?

‘Immune boosting’ supplements are everywhere, but what does the evidence show about vitamins C and D, zinc, and elderberry for fighting colds, the flu, and Covid?

SupplementsFebruary 13, 2025Caitlin Dow, PhD
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CSPI and your health: Our strategic plan for 2025-2030

CSPI's Strategic Plan 2025-2030 reinforces and expands our commitment to evidence-based and community-informed nutrition, food safety, and health policies.

CSPIFebruary 11, 2025Anupama Joshi, MS
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Can fire cider really boost health and ward off colds?

Fire cider proponents promise that the vinegar-based tonic is a veritable cure-all, especially for cold and flu season. Here’s what to know.

SupplementsDecember 11, 2024Caitlin Dow, PhD
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Don’t let these 7 exercise myths fool you

Is your exercise routine designed to target fat in your belly, arms, or elsewhere? Are you a woman who’s avoiding lifting weights out of fear you’ll look too “bulky”? Are you not running because it may wear out your knees? Are you skipping cardio because you’re worried that it will kill your strength gains? We’re here to set the record straight.

Physical ActivityDecember 10, 2024Caitlin Dow, PhD
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Google AI: Can you trust its advice about foods and health?

Want to know which foods are good for your memory, metabolism, or more? If you ask Google, the answers at the top of the page are from its “AI Overview.” Is Google’s artificial intelligence credible...or just popular? We checked AI’s sources. They may surprise you.

Fact vs. FictionOctober 31, 2024Bonnie Liebman, MS
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Bone broth, detoxes, and other wellness fads that won't quit

Some wellness trends are a blip on the radar, fading into the recesses of the internet as quickly as they appeared. (Celery juice, anyone?) Others have serious staying power. Here’s a handful of potions, powders...and one reputed poison...that have secured a foothold in the wellness zeitgeist.

Fact vs. FictionOctober 24, 2024Caitlin Dow, PhD
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A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more

The latest studies in microplastics, Parkinson's, memory, strength and more.

Fact vs. FictionMay 22, 2024
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Can sodas help your gut health?

“Soda with benefits.” “Microbiome approved.” “A new kind of soda.” The latest crop of fizzy drinks like Olipop, Poppi, and SunSip are healthier than a sugary Pepsi or Coke. That much is clear. But do these pre- and probiotic sodas “support” your digestive health? Here’s a gut check.

Healthy EatingMay 22, 2024Caitlin Dow, PhD, Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN
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