Are you relying on social media for nutrition advice—and finding it more confusing than helpful? You’re not alone. The science of nutrition does change, and in this episode of The Obesity Collective Podcast, host Monica Garner speaks with Laureate Professor Clare Collins from the University of Newcastle to help make sense of it all

Together, they unpack how nutrition science evolves, why food is more than just fuel, how mood and food are linked, and why we need to rethink the morality often attached to our food choices. If you’re ready to cut through the clutter, this episode offers clarity—and some practical resources to guide your next steps.

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