Laura Donnelly,

Laura Donnelly is a journalist at The Telegraph, where she covers health and fitness topics. Her work often focuses on the latest research and developments in these fields, as well as their impact on public health and policy. She has written about a wide range of subjects, including dietary supplements, obesity, mental health, and cancer. Through her reporting, Donnelly aims to provide readers with accurate and informative content that helps them make better decisions about their health and well-being.

Biography:  https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/l/la-le/laura-donnelly/

79%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

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

88%

Examples:

  • The author may have a tendency to focus on sensational headlines, as seen in the article 'Revealed: How cod liver oil could be bad for your health'.
  • The author sometimes presents contradictory information in a way that may be misleading (e.g., suggesting that cod liver oil could be bad for health while also mentioning its benefits for heart disease patients).

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • There is no clear evidence of conflicts of interest in the articles provided.

Contradictions

75%

Examples:

  • In the article about cod liver oil, the author mentions both potential benefits and risks, which may create confusion for readers.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • In the same article, the author presents contradictory information which could deceive readers.
  • The author sometimes uses sensational headlines that may be misleading (e.g., 'Revealed: How cod liver oil could be bad for your health').

Recent Articles

New Study Links Fish Oil Supplements to Increased Risk of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke for Healthy Individuals

New Study Links Fish Oil Supplements to Increased Risk of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke for Healthy Individuals

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 A 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.
Ultra-Processed Foods: Unmasking the Health Risks and Premature Mortality

Ultra-Processed Foods: Unmasking the Health Risks and Premature Mortality

Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024 Ultra-processed foods, including instant macaroni and cheese, carbonated soft drinks, chocolate bars, and processed meats, have been linked to obesity, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, mental health issues like depression and anxiety, and even premature death. A large study involving 115,000 people found that those who consumed large amounts of ultra-processed foods were more likely to die prematurely. Modern food manufacturers heavily process ingredients to incentivize increased consumption despite the potential health risks.