Do Not Do Your Own Research

When it comes to science and nutrition, should I be doing my own research? On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk all about the cognitive distortions I see when people do their own research. I say this lovingly, to all my sci commers, because I know you can take it.⁠...

What is Selection Bias?

On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk all about the bias that arises out of how individuals are included or excluded in a study. How applicable or generalizable is a study, really? (#scicommunity Thursdays)⁠⠀⁠⠀Disclosure: There are elements of selection bias...

What is Anecdotal Evidence?

Anecdotal evidence can be really powerful, but how valuable is it? On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk all about how important it is to understand what anecdotal evidence is and how it can be problematic. Anecdotal evidence is a powerful form of persuasion… but it’s...

What is Authority Bias?

Have you ever heard of authority bias? On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk all about the tendency to attribute grater accuracy and weight to the opinion of an authority figure. ????????‍????This bias is one of the HARDEST to recognize...