https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4 By: Sarah Marino en-us 2019-02-11 22:50:45 UTC 2019-02-11 23:31:44 UTC hello@padlet.com calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330129176 Made by Sarah Marino, working individually ]]> 2019-02-11 22:58:20 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330129176 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330129413 Definition: The red flag Ancient Wisdom is the belief that medicines and practices from ancient times are more effective than modern day medicine.

Connection: This article is about a woman who opened up a shop called "Ancient Wisdom Holistics". The sales she makes relies on people believing in Ancient Wisdom, such as healing crystals. This is also a connection to the pseudoscience watchlist, as holistic products are being sold to make a profit. There is no scientific proof suggesting healing crystals exist, or that people benefit from essential oils.


]]> 2019-02-11 22:59:43 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330129413 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330134892 Definition: All natural refers to the belief that any natural substance is good for you. It is important to note that this isn't true, as there are many toxic substances that are natural.

Connection: This article is claiming that certain ingredients found in products such as skin care, and shampoo are harmful to humans, and that people should be looking for all natural products instead. One thing to look out for in this article is the use of scientific terms throughout it. They make comparisons between chemicals used in something such as coal tar is used in certain shampoos. What they don't take into consideration is that depending on what chemicals are mixed with, they can react in different ways. An example to prove this is that we drink water on a daily basis, but it is also dangerously reactive with certain elements on the periodic table, causing explosions. This doesn't mean water isn't safe, but it shows that depending on what substances are mixed together, different things happen.

]]> 2019-02-11 23:28:11 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330134892 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330139998 Definition: Causation means there is a reason something has happened, while correlation means it happens, but it isn't the reason a specific thing happened (correlation is more of a coincidence).

Connection: This comic strip displays a correlation vs causation between cancer and cell phone users. one person in the comic doesn't believe it, and states there are problems with the data, while the other just accepts it as fact. The limitation is that there isn't anything proven by science confirming the link between the two.

]]> 2019-02-11 23:57:41 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330139998 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330143187 Definition: Appeal to Authority is giving a product, statement, etc, credibility because of authoritative imagery.

Connection: This video shares a recipe created by Dr. Oz, claiming to burn fat quickly. People believe in this sort of thing because they believe Dr. Oz is a credible source, and they don't usually check the facts. Skepticism and critical thinking should be applied to this recipe as there isn't a magical product that burns fat away. Through proper diet and exercise results can be achieved. Another reason to be skeptical is the fact that many people disprove Dr. Oz's beliefs, and even Oz himself has said he isn't the best source and has over exaggerated his products.

]]> 2019-02-12 00:15:00 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330143187 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330147483 Description: Confirmation Bias means people find information supporting their belief, while ignoring the rest.

Connection: People who believe in astrology and read their horoscope on a daily basis tend to only look at the traits that apply to them, while ignoring the traits that they don't really display. The problem with this is that there isn't any way to scientifically prove that people born under a certain star sign will act a certain way. The star signs have also shifted over the past 1000 years or so, which means people born under one sign, are under a totally different sign in recent years, further disproving any connection.

]]> 2019-02-12 00:37:37 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330147483 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330152715 Description: The human instinct to look for patterns, even when there isn't one.

Connection: This image shows a face that looks like Jesus burnt onto a piece of toast.  Skepticism could actually apply to these scenarios, as some people could claim that this just happened by accident, but in reality people could have done this on purpose either by buying a toaster that burns pictures onto toast (yes they exist), or by scraping some of the burnt parts off causing a face to appear using contrast between the burnt parts and the lighter parts.

]]> 2019-02-12 01:04:06 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330152715 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330162031 Definition: Something that we try to explain ourselves when there is no certain explanation.

Connection: This is a picture of the Loch Ness monster, which many people believe is an actual monster. Other people believe that it might just be a normal sea creature. without a clear view, people make up their own ideas and stories. Skepticism should always be applied to the unknown until there is solid evidence to prove what it is.


]]> 2019-02-12 01:47:59 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330162031 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330164737 Definition: Emotions obscure rational thought, allowing us to believe what we want to be true instead of the facts.

Connection: This image is of the popular medium, Theresa Caputo. Theresa claims she can talk to the dead, and her show is about her having these sessions with people to try and ease their mind. Skepticism should be applied since you can't really talk to the dead, and it's all for television reviews and entertainment. 

]]> 2019-02-12 02:01:00 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330164737 calmtasticfood22 https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330169401 I chose to evaluate the article https://www.treehugger.com/htgg/how-to-go-green-natural-skin-care.html
Define Problem: Are natural products better?
Gather Information: This article claims that using natural products on your skin is better for your skin, as opposed to ones with chemicals. They claim that the chemicals are dangerous to the skin.
Evaluate the evidence: This article doesn't link to any sources to back up their claims of these chemicals being toxic. Many of these products people use everyday, with no problems. If problems occur, there could be plenty of reasons, such as the product might not be right for their skin type, or they might have sensitive skin. This article does not consider these options.
Recognize Assumptions, Emotions, Biases: This article is based on the writers beliefs and assumptions on the affects of natural products on the skin. This would be considered their personal opinion since there isn't really  any proof to back their statements up.
Synthesis Evidence, Identify Alternatives: Alternate Solution 1: Natural products are better, and the chemically made ones are bad, supported by the writers belief.
Alternate Solution 2: Natural isn't necessarily better, based on whats known about chemicals in these products, and multiple reviews.
Select best alternative: I believe that natural isn't necessarily better.]]> 2019-02-12 02:26:19 UTC https://padlet.com/calmtasticfood22/pg01xadlgcm4/wish/330169401