Tracy Swartz
Tracy Swartz is an experienced journalist with a background in entertainment news and features reporting. She joined The New York Post in 2022 after writing for the Chicago Tribune and its commuter edition, RedEye, for 15 years. During her career, she has broken stories about high-profile events and individuals, including Lollapalooza, the HGTV show
Biography:
https://nypost.com/author/tracy-swartz/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
95%
Examples:
- Tracy Swartz appears to have a neutral reporting style with no clear biases in her writing.
Conflicts of Interest
100%
Examples:
- She reports on the potential conflict of interest in Ozempic tongue, where semaglutide changes the taste sensitivity, taste perception and brain activity in response to sweet tastes in women with obesity.
- There are no clear conflicts of interest detected in Swartz's reporting.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- She also reports on the increasing diagnosis of a sexually transmitted form of ringworm in Europe and its possible link to certain subtypes of Fusbacterium nucleatum.
- Swartz highlights contradictions in weight loss drug usage, where most people stop taking the drugs within a year and experience side effects like nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting and constipation.
- Swartz reports on contradictions found in studies or real-life situations, such as the new study finding that daily multivitamin use was associated with a 4% higher risk of death than nonuse despite guidelines discouraging it due to increased risk of internal bleeding.
Deceptions
60%
Examples:
- Swartz occasionally uses attention-grabbing headlines that may slightly deceive readers by oversimplifying the content of the article, such as
Recent Articles
Top 8 Diets to Boost Your Health in Your 40s for an Optimal Aging Process by Age 70
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024New research from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health reveals that following a nutritious diet, particularly the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, during your 40s can significantly increase the odds of good physical and mental health at age 70. 
New Study Finds No Evidence Multivitamins Extend Life: Focus on Whole Foods Instead
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024A study in JAMA Network Open found no link between daily multivitamin use and increased lifespan, contradicting previous beliefs. The research analyzed data from over 400,000 healthy adults for more than 2 decades. While taking multivitamins does not reduce the risk of death from cancer, heart disease, or stroke, individuals with chronic health conditions or specific nutrient deficiencies may benefit. 
One-Third of Older Adults Continue to Use Aspirin for Primary Prevention Despite Increased Bleeding Risk
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Despite updated guidelines discouraging aspirin use for primary cardiovascular disease prevention in older adults due to increased bleeding risk, one-third of adults aged 60 and above without the disease continue to consume it. Recent studies reveal that nearly 3.3 million of these individuals take preventative aspirin without medical advice. The American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and U.S. Preventive Services Task Force advise against aspirin use for primary prevention in adults aged 60 and above or those with increased bleeding risk. 
Newly Emerged Sexually Transmitted Fungal Infections: Trichophyton mentagrophytes type VII and Trichophyton indotineae - Unresponsive to Standard Therapies
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024Experts warn of new, contagious ringworm strains, TMVII and Trichophyton indotineae, resistant to standard treatments. These sexually transmitted fungal infections can cause skin rashes and have been on the rise among men who have sex with men. Healthcare providers should ask about groin rashes for travelers and consider alternative antifungal therapies. 
New Study Finds Semaglutide Improves Taste Sensitivity in Women with Obesity: Implications for Weight Loss
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024New research suggests semaglutide, an active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, enhances taste sensitivity in women with obesity. By modifying gene expression and renewing taste buds, semaglutide may reduce cravings for unhealthy foods and aid weight loss. However, potential side effects include dysgeusia. 
Colon Cancer: Prevention, Risks, and the Importance of Access to Screening Tests
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Colon cancer, a preventable disease causing over 41,000 new cases annually in the UK, is on the rise among young adults due to unhealthy diets and insufficient access to screening tests. Recent studies link early-onset colorectal cancer to Fusobacterium nucleatum bacteria and a Western diet. Experts recommend healthy habits, regular colonoscopies for those over 45 or at risk, and advocacy for better insurance coverage. 
Intermittent Fasting and Protein Pacing: New Dietary Approaches Linked to a More Diverse Gut Microbiome and Improved Health Outcomes
Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024A recent Arizona State University study found that intermittent fasting and protein pacing diets may lead to a more diverse gut microbiome, improved digestive health, and reduced visceral fat compared to a calorie-restricted Mediterranean-style diet. These findings suggest that specific diets could help remodel the gut for better weight control, but larger trials are needed for validation. 
New Study Shows Over One-Third of GLP-1 Drug Users Discontinue Medication Within a Year Due to Costs and Side Effects
Broke On: Friday, 24 May 2024A recent study published in JAMA Network Open found that over one-third of patients discontinued use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic within a year due to costs, gastrointestinal side effects, and availability issues. Obese individuals without type 2 diabetes were more likely to quit than those with diabetes. Despite potential health benefits, high costs and side effects pose challenges for long-term use. 
New Study Links Fish Oil Supplements to Increased Risk of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke for Healthy Individuals
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024A new study in BMJ Medicine reveals that fish oil supplements may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation and stroke by 13% and 5%, respectively, for those without cardiovascular disease. However, individuals with pre-existing heart conditions might benefit from lower heart problem progression. The researchers emphasize the need for further studies to explore mechanisms and optimal supplement doses. 
Plant-Based Diets Linked to Lower Risk of Heart Disease, Cancer: Large-Scale Review
Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024A large-scale review in PLOS ONE links vegetarian and vegan diets to lower risks of heart disease, cancer, and death. Plant-based diets rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, soybeans and beans reduce risk factors for heart disease and cancer. However, caution is needed due to potential nutrient deficiencies.