We all need to practice our critical research skills, whether we are writing a paper or buying a car. We can get masses of information easily, so one of the skills we most need to develop is that of evaluating the source of the information.
Here is an example of a situation in which a consumer needs to evaluate the source of the medical information.
Perhaps you have seen ads on television that address the nutritional value of High Fructose Corn Syrup:
http://www.cornsugar.com/video-gallery/
These ads encourage the consumption of HFCS and refer viewers to cornsugar.com for more information. It is important to note that this site is produced by the Corn Refiners Association. While this does not make the information on their website incorrect, it does make it important to check other nutritional studies and articles, since you can be certain that the Corn Refiners will be presenting a case that is in the best interest of their business. Perhaps the National Library of Medicine or the Center for Disease Control might have some information that could help you answer this nutritional question?
Always make sure you know the source of your information; and always come and ask at the library if you want more information on any topic!
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