How to spot convincing misinformation about health and wellness

Some people on the internet pretend to be doctors, but they are made by computers, and they give health advice that may be wrong or dangerous.

Social media influencers can also share health tips that are not true, like a fake 'pink jelly' weight-loss treatment that reportedly fooled a celebrity.

We often trust people who seem friendly or look like experts, but looking like an expert does not mean the advice is correct.

A friend's story about getting better from a treatment is nice to hear, but it does not prove the treatment works for other people.

Strong feelings like fear or hope can also make us believe things more easily.

The article gives tips to help us check health claims, such as seeing if real experts like the NHS agree with the advice.

If someone says a treatment has no risks or works for everyone, that is a warning sign to be careful.

We should check important health advice with a real expert, like a pharmacist or GP, before making big decisions.