Confused by conflicting headlines about pet nutrition? In this episode, we break down how to spot trustworthy research, avoid common pitfalls in scientific studies, and use AI tools to become a savvier, science-minded pet parent—no PhD required. Join co-hosts Jordan Tyler and Dr. Stephanie Clark with expert guest Dr. David Harmon as they speak truth to misinformation, give you the confidence to separate facts from fiction, and advocate for sound science when it comes to your pet’s health.

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🎙️ This episode calls back to several previous episodes:

• The Billion-Dollar Deception of DCM: Inside KetoNatural’s Class-Action Lawsuit: Learn more about the DCM scandal and how it’s shaped the pet food industry.
• Copper Confusion: Separating Science from Speculation in Pet Nutrition: Why we should pump the brakes on changing copper level guidelines for pet diets.
• Think Twice: Even Bad Science Can Get Published: Sharpen your critical thinking by exploring how flawed studies make it to print.
• Pawing Through the Research: Uncovering the Fatal Flaws of DCM: Dive deep into the data gaps driving the ongoing DCM debate.

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Show Notes

00:00 – Inside the Episode

02:06 – We’ve Seen This Movie Before…

04:26 – Introducing Dr. David Harmon

06:44 – Understanding the Research Pyramid

08:56 – The Gold Standard: Peer-Reviewed

11:00 – The Components of Scientific Literature

14:13 – Common Pitfalls in Reading Research

22:00 – Starting With a Solid Framework

26:20 – AI-Powered Tool to the Rescue!

33:58 – Dr. Harmon’s Take on AI Tools

35:42 – Remember: AI Is Just a Tool!

37:34 – Today's Key Takeaways