Avoid "Junk Science" Claims

You may be somewhat aware of what -- or what not -- to eat, but the American Dietetic Association says you should be careful about blindly believing what you read and hear about nutrition.

The ADA urges consumers to keep an eye out for the "Ten Red Flags of Junk Science."  The list includes: 

--Recommendations that promise a quick fix.

--Dire warnings of danger from a single product or regimen.

--Simplistic conclusions drawn from a complex study or recommendations based on a single study.

--Dramatic statements that are refuted by reputable scientific organizations.

--Recommendations made to help sell a product or based on studies published without peer review, or ignoring differences among individuals or groups.