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🤔 Don't believe everything you see or read on the web!

Arm yourself with scepticism, fact-checking & . Don't just consume, interrogate.

Ask yourself these questions 👉 eufic.org/en/understandi…

🤔 Don't believe everything you see or read on the web! Arm yourself with scepticism, fact-checking & #CriticalThinking. Don't just consume, interrogate. Ask yourself these questions 👉 eufic.org/en/understandi…
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New nutrition hacks, promising diets, or must-have supplements spreading like wildfire? 🔥 Don’t get burned!

Watch out for these 🔟 warning signs to help you spot nutrition .

New nutrition hacks, promising diets, or must-have supplements spreading like wildfire? 🔥 Don’t get burned! Watch out for these 🔟 warning signs to help you spot nutrition #misinformation.
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On , let's recognise the power of in shaping the health of our planet.

By following a more diet, promoting sustainable agriculture practices & reducing food waste, we can all help build a more resilient and sustainable future. 🌍🍽️

On #EarthDay, let's recognise the power of #FoodSystems in shaping the health of our planet. By following a more #plantbased diet, promoting sustainable agriculture practices & reducing food waste, we can all help build a more resilient and sustainable future. 🌍🍽️
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It's !👏 Innovation, creativity & entrepreneurship drive economic growth and opportunity, vital for achieving the United Nations .

The e-learning platform integrates these to empower youth with the skills for success in the sector! Join now.🖱️

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📰 Beware of headlines shouting, 'New study reveals...'!

💡 Remember: a single doesn't prove anything conclusively. What truly counts is the big picture painted by systematic reviews & meta-analyses, which gather and summarise all relevant studies on a topic.

📰 Beware of headlines shouting, 'New study reveals...'! 💡 Remember: a single #ScientificStudy doesn't prove anything conclusively. What truly counts is the big picture painted by systematic reviews & meta-analyses, which gather and summarise all relevant studies on a topic.
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Not all research is created equal! 📊

Understanding and their limitations is key to separating the strong findings from the weak and determining from which to draw firm conclusions.

Not all research is created equal! 📊 Understanding #StudyDesigns and their limitations is key to separating the strong findings from the weak and determining from which to draw firm conclusions.
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🍽️ can be tempting but often lack sustainability and scientific backing. Learn how to spot them and make informed choices for your well-being. 💪

🍽️ #FadDiets can be tempting but often lack sustainability and scientific backing. Learn how to spot them and make informed choices for your well-being. 💪
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Dreaming of a career where food meets science & communication? 🤩

At , we're excited to offer in our different teams to passionate individuals!

📅 Apply by April 30th, and help us inspire and empower healthier, sustainable food and lifestyle choices.

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⚠️ Caution: Headlines may oversimplify findings from . Remember, we are not mice or pigs; translating results into human health isn't always straightforward. Stay vigilant and read beyond the headlines for clarity.

⚠️ Caution: Headlines may oversimplify findings from #AnimalStudies. Remember, we are not mice or pigs; translating results into human health isn't always straightforward. Stay vigilant and read beyond the headlines for clarity.
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📌 Friendly reminder: can provide valuable insights but do not always translate to human outcomes. Take this type of research with a grain of salt and prioritise human trials for more certainty.

📌 Friendly reminder: #AnimalStudies can provide valuable insights but do not always translate to human outcomes. Take this type of research with a grain of salt and prioritise human trials for more certainty.
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Graphs should tell a story, not deceive. 📈

Take a look at this infographic to uncover the common ways can mislead and how to avoid falling into the trap.

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📰 When discussing risks, focusing on the rather than just the is key!

It prevents misinterpretations and fear-mongering and allows individuals to grasp the real magnitude of the risk, aiding in better decision-making.

📰 When discussing risks, focusing on the #AbsoluteRisk rather than just the #RelativeRisk is key! It prevents misinterpretations and fear-mongering and allows individuals to grasp the real magnitude of the risk, aiding in better decision-making.
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! Just because two things happen together doesn't mean one causes the other. Remember, there could be certain variables driving the relationship that need to be investigated. 🔍

#Correlation ≠ #Causation! Just because two things happen together doesn't mean one causes the other. Remember, there could be certain variables driving the relationship that need to be investigated. 🔍
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Optimal vitamin & mineral intake is vital for health. While a varied, balanced diet is ideal, can sometimes be overlooked. 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️ Seek professional guidance and watch for updates and tailored solutions from the project.

Optimal vitamin & mineral intake is vital for health. While a varied, balanced diet is ideal, #micronutrients can sometimes be overlooked. 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️ Seek professional guidance and watch for updates and tailored solutions from the #ZeroHiddenHungerEU project. #WorldHealthDay
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🗨️ Opinions may be loud, anecdotes may be compelling, but they're not evidence!

Don't fall for the trap of believing something just because it's a popular sentiment or a touching story. Demand solid .

🗨️ Opinions may be loud, anecdotes may be compelling, but they're not evidence! Don't fall for the trap of believing something just because it's a popular sentiment or a touching story. Demand solid #ScientificEvidence.
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🛡️Protect yourself from dis- & misinformation!

⚠️ These warning signs can help you distinguish between trustworthy and untrustworthy social media accounts or websites, reducing the risk of falling for unreliable information.

🛡️Protect yourself from dis- & misinformation! ⚠️ These warning signs can help you distinguish between trustworthy and untrustworthy social media accounts or websites, reducing the risk of falling for unreliable information. #StayCritical
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which news sources European citizens trust the most?

According to 2022's Eurobarometer, European citizens trust:
📌traditional media sources like public TV, radio, or print more than online platforms & social media
📌Public broadcasters more than private ones

#DoYouKnow which news sources European citizens trust the most? According to 2022's @EurobarometerEU, European citizens trust: 📌traditional media sources like public TV, radio, or print more than online platforms & social media 📌Public broadcasters more than private ones
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