Soda Science: How Coca-Cola Influenced Obesity Research


Since funding is necessary for scientific research, it’s not uncommon for private companies to be financially involved in studies. However, our expert this week breaks down Coca-Cola’s intimate relationship with nutrition research, revealing the need for more third-party oversight in this area.


Guest Information:

  • Susan Greenhalgh, Author, Soda Science, John Kind and Wilma Cannon Fairbank Research Professor of Chinese Society Emerita, Harvard University

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