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Alice Howarth
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Dr Alice Howarth is a research academic working in pharmacology and therapeutics at the University of Liverpool. She is vice president of the Merseyside Skeptics Society, has written for The Guardian, Breast Cancer Now and is co-host of the skeptical podcast Skeptics with a K. In August 2020 Alice took on the role of deputy editor for The Skeptic.
Five persistent myths about caring for houseplants, and why they’re wrong
Keeping houseplants alive can be extremely rewarding - and extremely challenging, which is why so many myths exist about perfect houseplant care
What, if anything, can cannabis treat, and what does the latest research say?
While Cannabis is claimed to treat all manner of conditions, research has been hindered by political barriers - though that might be starting to change
Top five worst ‘uses’ for crystals in the world of wellness and pseudoscience
It's easy to see why crystals are appealing: they’re natural, they’re ancient, and they’re beautiful - but they're not actually magic
A cancer treatment derived from ancient Chinese calligraphy ink?
It might seem far-fetched to say ancient ink can help us treat cancer, but as a promising study showed, sometimes science can surprise us
Why does exposure to the sun cause our skin to age, and what can we do about it?
While there is a host of skincare products on the market, the best thing you can do for your skin is to protect it from damage caused by smoking or sun exposure
We shouldn’t worry too much over aspartame being classified as a possible cancer risk
Aspartame has been classified as a "possible" cancer risk - but it's important to view that warning in context, and really understand what it means
“Natural” health influencers claim sunscreen is bad for you – but are they right? (No)
Any time there's a heatwave in the UK, there are people who say sunscreen does more harm than good - a claim that is absurd and dangerous
A Very British Cult: the BBC sheds light on life coaching and The Lighthouse International
The BBC podcast A Very British Cult is a gripping exploration of The Lighthouse's life coaching, and the true stories of ex-members who got out
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