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Join geneticist Kevin Folta and GLP contributor Cameron English on episode 152 of Science Facts and Fallacies as they break down these latest news stories:
Don’t eat foods with more than five ingredients; if you can’t pronounce it, don’t eat it; it’s banned in Europe so it must be bad. These are just some of the misguided rules of thumb people rely on while choosing what to eat. They usually come from celebrities and food writers but have very little basis in science. So, here’s a better idea: find out if something is safe and nutritious, then eat it.
There are now two drugs available that effectively treat COVID-19. Unlike the authorized vaccines, which teach your immune system to recognize SARS-CoV-2’s spike protein, Molnupiravir and Paxlovid actually shut down viral replication before the virus can put you in the hospital or the morgue. But exactly how do these drugs work, and, more importantly, are they safe for most people?
Everybody thinks they know what a narcissist looks like—maybe it’s the self-absorbed movie star, the athlete who thinks she’s above her teammates or the heartless politician with no regard for others. But as it turns out, many narcissists don’t fit the standard archetype. People with poor social skills and few achievements to speak of are often diagnosed with narcissism. The difference between the two types of narcissist? The former wants to adored but has no desire to fit in with their peers, while the latter desperately wants to be accepted.
Kevin M. Folta is a professor, keynote speaker and podcast host. Follow Professor Folta on Twitter @kevinfolta
Cameron J. English is the director of bio-sciences at the American Council on Science and Health. Visit his website and follow ACSH on Twitter @ACSHorg
