The Blonz Guide to Nutrition, Food Science and Health
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The Blonz Guide to Nutrition, Food Science and Health
Description: A comprehensive, nutrition, foods and health resource compiled by a nationally syndicated scientist/journalist
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1) Seek objective, evidence-based confirmation for the safety and efficacy of any dietary supplement, health-related product or treatment. 2) The accepted standard is competent and reliable scientific evidence that has been published in a reputable, peer-review scientific journal:
a) Effects are best confirmed by at least two clinical studies (i.e., studies done with people) by independent researchers, ideally those having no association with the product being tested; b) Research using in vitro techniques, which includes studies using isolated cells outside of the environment of the intact organism, or studies using animal models, can be suggestive of what may or may not take place in humans. This research does not, by itself, provide essential support to make claims for effects i
3) Testimonials are designed to be seductive and sound convincing! They should not be the sole reason you decide to buy a product. 4) Don't be persuaded when the only available source of "positive" information comes from individuals or entitles that benefit from the sale. 5) The concept of "they couldn't say that if it wasn't true," is misleading. There are varieties of ways by which dietary supplements and other health products get promoted; regulatory agencies cannot be expected to keep up with the e
The Blonz Guide to Nutrition, Food Science and Health
Ask Dr. Blonz
The Blonz Guide to Nutrition, Food Science and Health