Cancer and Nutrition Misinformation on Social Media

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SEPTEMBER 2021

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How to Sift Through Cancer and Nutrition Misinformation on Social Media

One in three of the most popular cancer treatment articles on social media contains misinformation, with the vast majority containing information that has the potential to cause harm, according to a recent study. The study found that articles containing misinformation get more clicks and overall engagement than articles with evidence-based information. Continue Reading »

ReCharge for Survivors

Recent Peanut Study: When You Don’t See the Forest for the Trees

Publicity about a recent laboratory study has created quite a stir, suggesting that eating peanuts might help cancer cells to spread. However, a closer look at the methodology of the study shows that we need to be careful about drawing larger conclusions from laboratory findings. Continue Reading »

Research Update

Kale Contains Many Unique Anti-Cancer Compounds

Kale is packed to the brim with many unique and potent phytochemical compounds that can protect our bodies from different types of damages at a molecular level, thereby reducing our risk of serious chronic conditions such as heart diseases and cancer.
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AICR Spotlight Research

Meet Maryam Farvid, MSc, PhD

As an AICR supported nutrition scientist, Dr. Farvid, works to understand how specific foods and beverages can impact the health and well-being of breast cancer survivors. Her research on coffee, fiber and carbohydrates has led to important insights into the role diet plays in the lives of breast cancer patients.
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