Nutrition Science and Everyday Application - beta v 0.1

Finding Accurate Sources of Nutrition
Information
As we discussed in the previous section, science is always evolving, albeit sometimes slowly.
One study is not enough to make a guideline or recommendation or to cure a disease.
Science is a stepwise process that continuously builds on past evidence and develops
towards a well-accepted consensus, although even that can be questioned as new evidence
emerges. Unfortunately, the way scientific findings are communicated to the general public
can sometimes be inaccurate or confusing. In today’s world, where instant Internet access
is just a click away, it’s easy to be overwhelmed or misled if you don’t know where to go for
reliable nutrition information. Therefore, it’s important to know how to find accurate sources
of nutrition information and how to interpret nutrition-related stories when you see them.
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