The Yuka App Rated My Healthy Meals as “Bad” (Dietitian Breaks Down Why it’s BS)
Bite Back with Abbey Sharp
Outro
Abbey shares book promotion, closing remarks, and signs off with thanks.
Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode:
- Introduction
- What Is the Yuka App and How Does It Work?
- How Yuka Scores Food Products
- Potential Benefits of Using the Yuka App
- Limitations of the Nutri-Score System
- Inconsistencies in Food Ratings
- How Yuka Evaluates Food Additives
- Understanding Additive Safety, Risk, and Dose
- Organic Foods and Health Claims in Yuka’s Scoring
- Issues With Yuka’s “Healthier Alternative” Suggestions
- Is the Yuka App a Reliable Tool for Nutrition Decisions?
References:
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6583612/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10814746/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16985027/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23891579/
- https://help.yuka.io/l/en
- https://help.yuka.io/l/en/article/b5wkrfepnp-why-are-there-different-tariffs
- https://help.yuka.io/l/en/article/whdil9afoj
Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider.
If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com.
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