Category: Nutrition
The Paddison Program for rheumatoid arthritis: An unproven treatment that provides only the illusion of control
Clint Paddison is an Australian comedian with a science degree who developed rheumatoid arthritis at age 31. He now claims to have controlled it with a diet he developed to alter the gut microbiome. How plausible is his story, and does his Paddison Program work? Answer: Not very and almost certainly no.
The “Evidence” for Prodovite Is Junk Science
Prodovite is a liquid nutritional supplement marketed as "nutrition you can feel." The claims are pseudoscientific nonsense and the single unblinded clinical study is junk science that relies on a bogus test: live cell microscopy.
Keto Diet for Neurological Disorders
Does the ketogenic diet work for epilepsy or other neurological disorders? While the consensus is that it probably does, the evidence is surprisingly thin.
Caffeine Withdrawal Headaches
Caffeine is not addictive. Regular users of caffeine can develop tolerance and mild physical dependence, and sudden withdrawal can cause headaches and other symptoms (but only in half the population). This is does not qualify as addiction.
Your gout, your fault?
Is gout a consequence of lifestyle choices? Or is it mainly genetics?
Update on Low Calorie Sweeteners
An updated review of the science finds that artificial sweeteners are still a safe and effective option for weight management.
Fish Oil Doesn’t Help Dry Eyes
Dry eyes? Despite guidelines that recommend fish oil consumption, a new trial demonstrate that they are not effective.
No Benefit from Fish Oil
A new systematic review of clinical trials shows no clear benefit to consuming omega-3 fatty acids in food or supplements.
The Trans Fat 51-Day Half-Life Myth
Various websites repeat the myth that trans fats are slowly metabolized, with a 51-day half-life. There is no evidence for that claim.
Multivitamins and Vascular Disease
Yet another massive meta-analysis shows no health benefit to routine supplementation with vitamins or minerals.