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Health Fads and Fictions: VO2 Max, Supplement Mania, Sunlight, and Immortality

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Erosion of Trust in Health Authorities

This chapter examines the decline in public trust towards health organizations like the FDA and CDC due to inconsistent messages during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also explores the complexities of the dietary supplement industry, highlighting the gap between consumer belief in efficacy and the lack of scientific support.

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