Litmus: Lets bust some health myths

Get smarter on your health every Friday

Tired of conflicting health advice? Confused by the latest wellness trends? It’s time to separate fact from fiction.

What is Litmus?

Litmus is a weekly 5 min newsletter where I look at one mainstream health belief under the microscope of science. Every Friday, we tackle one widespread health myth to find the truth.

Recent topics

• Does cold weather really cause a cold?
• Will cracking your knuckles cause arthritis?
• Does sugar really make my kids hyperactive?

What to expect

One health myth per week

The real science, explained simply

Actionable tips you can apply to your life