by Shawn Radcliffe | Sep 8, 2020 | Health, Nutrition, Writing
The marketing of fake cures and treatments online is nothing new, but the COVID-19 pandemic seems to have bumped this misinformation into overdrive. Some of these claims are potentially dangerous, including ones about drinking bleach or methanol. The U.S. Food and...
by Shawn Radcliffe | May 10, 2019 | Fitness, Health, Nutrition, Yoga
As a health journalist, I often write about the latest scientific research on the benefits of exercise and healthy eating. A lot of times, this seems like common sense: exercise regularly, eat more fruits and vegetables. But one important piece is often missing from...
by Shawn Radcliffe | Mar 24, 2014 | Health, Nutrition
As a health and science writer, people frequently ask me questions about diet, exercise and medical conditions. It’s not surprising. In an age of Wikipedia and WebMD, people who want to take control of their health may be just as likely to reach out to their Facebook...
by Shawn Radcliffe | Sep 25, 2013 | Health, Nutrition
A lower-fat, lower-calorie version of french fries may be available soon at a fast food restaurant near you. Feeling guilty for grabbing some fast food after (or instead of) your workout? Don’t worry. Burger King has your back … with a new french fry that has 40...
by Shawn Radcliffe | Jul 29, 2013 | Health, Medicine, Nutrition
A new study by Harvard researchers shows that men who skipped breakfast had an increased risk of heart disease. If you are out the door each morning without so much as a glance at the kitchen, a new study provides another reason to slow down and take time out of your...
by Shawn Radcliffe | Jul 12, 2013 | Health, Medicine, Nutrition
A new study links high blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids—found in fatty fish and fish oil supplements—to a 71 percent increase in aggressive prostate cancer in men. Looking for a way to protect themselves against heart attack and stroke, many men have turned to...
