Experts warn 90 per cent of breast cancer nutrition advice online is bogus

Key points

• Medical experts warn that 90 per cent of online nutrition advice for breast cancer patients lacks reliable scientific evidence. Researchers at Adelaide University reviewed 150 claims from eight online platforms, finding most were not backed by science.
• Breast cancer survivor Angelica-Hazel Toutounji said she was overwhelmed by unfounded information during her treatment.
• Experts advise patients to consult their treating health professionals for reliable guidance.