American Council on Science and Health
WEBThe American Council on Science and Health is a pro-science, research and education organization operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Council was founded in 1978 by a group of scientists with a singular focus: to publicly support and utilize evidence-based science and medicine and to educate the public by debunking junk science and exaggerated health scares.
Debunking Myths: Does the Ultimate Diet for Weight Loss Really …
WEB3 days ago · While the internet may shout about keto, vegan, and intermittent fasting as the holy grails of weight loss, the real magic lies in finding what actually works for you—and the answer isn’t as simple as Dr. Google would have you believe. On a relaxed evening with friends, one of them commented ...
Fact-Checking The Fact-Checkers: What Do Studies Say About …
WEBAug 24, 2021 · When fact-checkers keep everybody honest, they play an important role in our public discourse. Sadly, they have done nothing of the sort during this pandemic, serving more as apologists for the CDC and other federal agencies than referees who correct false information no matter where it comes from.
Following the Data: Newest COVID Vaccination Recommendations
WEBSep 19, 2023 · Last week, the FDA and CDC presented their recommendations for the newest round of COVID-19 vaccines. As with everything COVID, there are proponents and detractors, or, putting it another way, both knowledgeable experts and disinformation-spreading attention-seekers. The reality is that a group …
Thinking Out Loud – Obesity - American Council on Science and …
WEB3 days ago · Obesity is defined as a BMI at or above the 95th percentile for children and teens of the same age and sex.”. It is not a behavior at all; it is a weight class. “Obesity is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of excess body fat. It is typically the result of an imbalance between calorie intake and energy expenditure.”.
A New Drug Offers Hope For A Common, Life-Threatening Liver …
WEBMar 12, 2024 · Henry I. Miller, MS, MD. Henry I. Miller, MS, MD, is the Glenn Swogger Distinguished Fellow at the American Council on Science and Health. His research focuses on public policy toward science, technology, and medicine, encompassing a number of areas, including pharmaceutical development, genetic engineering, models for regulatory reform, precision medicine, and the emergence of new viral diseases.
About ACSH | American Council on Science and Health
WEBAbout the American Council on Science and Health The American Council on Science and Health is a pro-science, research and education organization operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Council was founded in 1978 by a group of scientists with a singular focus: to publicly support and utilize evidence-based science and medicine and to educate the public by debunking ...
Anti-Fluoridation Advocates Celebrate
WEB3 days ago · Anti-Fluoridation Advocates Celebrate. In a groundbreaking ruling, a judge found that fluoride in drinking water poses an "unreasonable risk" to children's IQs, forcing the EPA to rethink its fluoride regulations. With the ghost of "Chevron Deference" barely cold, the anti-fluoride movement is savoring its triumph in a decades-long battle.
About American Council on Science and Health
WEBAbout the American Council on Science and Health The American Council on Science and Health is a pro-science consumer advocacy organization based in New York City. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and if you want to make a tax-deductible donation you can do so …
ACSH Explains: Lifestyle Medicine
WEBApr 30, 2024 · According to the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM), Lifestyle Medicine is. “A medical specialty that uses therapeutic lifestyle interventions as a primary modality to treat chronic conditions including , but not limited to, cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and obesity.”. There are six pillars of Lifestyle Medicine Let ...