Nick Tiller, Ph.D.
@nbtiller.bsky.social
Exercise scientist. Author of The Skeptic's Guide to Sports Science & The Health and Wellness Lie. Writing/speaking on health, evidence, scientific skepticism.
FIVE PERCENT of Americans regularly consult psychic services, with ONE-THIRD (30%) using them occasionally. Though high, it's actually lower than many other high-income developed countries.
February 12, 2026 at 9:39 AM
FIVE PERCENT of Americans regularly consult psychic services, with ONE-THIRD (30%) using them occasionally. Though high, it's actually lower than many other high-income developed countries.
Reposted by Nick Tiller, Ph.D.
February 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
A quick lesson in research conflicts of interest:
This 2024 paper in the Journal of Dietary Supplements showed that an oxygen "nanobubble beverage" improved power output in a 16-km cycling TT by ~4%, and in repeated Wingates by ~7%. 🧵1/7
This 2024 paper in the Journal of Dietary Supplements showed that an oxygen "nanobubble beverage" improved power output in a 16-km cycling TT by ~4%, and in repeated Wingates by ~7%. 🧵1/7
February 11, 2026 at 9:36 AM
A quick lesson in research conflicts of interest:
This 2024 paper in the Journal of Dietary Supplements showed that an oxygen "nanobubble beverage" improved power output in a 16-km cycling TT by ~4%, and in repeated Wingates by ~7%. 🧵1/7
This 2024 paper in the Journal of Dietary Supplements showed that an oxygen "nanobubble beverage" improved power output in a 16-km cycling TT by ~4%, and in repeated Wingates by ~7%. 🧵1/7
Political polarization. Negative numbers (blue) reflect less polarization and more friendly political interactions. Positive numbers (red) reflect more division and hostile interactions.
Myanmar=3.72, US=1.79, Britain=-0.24, Norway=-2.1.
Myanmar=3.72, US=1.79, Britain=-0.24, Norway=-2.1.
February 6, 2026 at 8:56 AM
Political polarization. Negative numbers (blue) reflect less polarization and more friendly political interactions. Positive numbers (red) reflect more division and hostile interactions.
Myanmar=3.72, US=1.79, Britain=-0.24, Norway=-2.1.
Myanmar=3.72, US=1.79, Britain=-0.24, Norway=-2.1.
Don't criticize Attia to promote your own brand. That's fake and disingenuous: criticize him for being a dirtbag. And remember, he's far from the only wellness influencer contributing to the industry's ethical rot.
February 5, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Don't criticize Attia to promote your own brand. That's fake and disingenuous: criticize him for being a dirtbag. And remember, he's far from the only wellness influencer contributing to the industry's ethical rot.
More acupuncture nonsense.
L.I.4 (Hegu, the joining valley) is said to "treat" an astonishing array of conditions, including mumps and "pain in the arm." This is medically impossible—out of step with everything we've learned about anatomy and physiology since Hippocrates.
L.I.4 (Hegu, the joining valley) is said to "treat" an astonishing array of conditions, including mumps and "pain in the arm." This is medically impossible—out of step with everything we've learned about anatomy and physiology since Hippocrates.
February 5, 2026 at 9:12 AM
More acupuncture nonsense.
L.I.4 (Hegu, the joining valley) is said to "treat" an astonishing array of conditions, including mumps and "pain in the arm." This is medically impossible—out of step with everything we've learned about anatomy and physiology since Hippocrates.
L.I.4 (Hegu, the joining valley) is said to "treat" an astonishing array of conditions, including mumps and "pain in the arm." This is medically impossible—out of step with everything we've learned about anatomy and physiology since Hippocrates.
New study in JAMA shows acupuncture is SUPERIOR to sham for headaches. Three reasons it’s probably wrong: 🧵1/6
February 4, 2026 at 9:05 AM
New study in JAMA shows acupuncture is SUPERIOR to sham for headaches. Three reasons it’s probably wrong: 🧵1/6
Chiropractic may be the biggest evidence-to-marketing mismatch I’ve seen in wellness. Numbers in the UK are growing every year, but the serious risks aren't justified by the imaginary benefits.
#chiropractic #pseudoscience
#chiropractic #pseudoscience
February 3, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Chiropractic may be the biggest evidence-to-marketing mismatch I’ve seen in wellness. Numbers in the UK are growing every year, but the serious risks aren't justified by the imaginary benefits.
#chiropractic #pseudoscience
#chiropractic #pseudoscience
Another death related to whole-body cryotherapy, this time in Paris. *Preventable death, since the benefits are highly contested, with small and inconsistent effects, and the risks simply aren't justified. #wellness #pseudoscience
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
January 7, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Another death related to whole-body cryotherapy, this time in Paris. *Preventable death, since the benefits are highly contested, with small and inconsistent effects, and the risks simply aren't justified. #wellness #pseudoscience
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/a...
Mouth taping: 2 recent reviews (19 studies): weak/limited evidence of benefit, unsupported influencer claims, and potential risks (esp. nasal obstruction or sleep apnea).
If you snore or mouth-breathe, get assessed—don’t DIY a fix. #wellness #pseudoscience
If you snore or mouth-breathe, get assessed—don’t DIY a fix. #wellness #pseudoscience
December 23, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Mouth taping: 2 recent reviews (19 studies): weak/limited evidence of benefit, unsupported influencer claims, and potential risks (esp. nasal obstruction or sleep apnea).
If you snore or mouth-breathe, get assessed—don’t DIY a fix. #wellness #pseudoscience
If you snore or mouth-breathe, get assessed—don’t DIY a fix. #wellness #pseudoscience
"Blanket denialism is obvious. Like a sports team using the same formation match after match or relying too heavily on a star player, it's predictable and easy to counter. Strategic denialism is different. And much more dangerous."
This month's column:
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This month's column:
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MAHA Isn’t Denying Science: It’s Doing Something Much Worse | Skeptical Inquirer
A broken clock is right twice a day. MAHA’s record on health policy is far less prolific. Still, the movement’s scattergun approach to wellness occasionally ...
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December 10, 2025 at 9:58 AM
"Blanket denialism is obvious. Like a sports team using the same formation match after match or relying too heavily on a star player, it's predictable and easy to counter. Strategic denialism is different. And much more dangerous."
This month's column:
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This month's column:
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Hear Monday's interview with Phil Clark on ABC's Nightlife (@RadioNational) as we wade through the Wild West of wellness bullsh*t.
🔗https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/nightlife/nightlife/106001452 #wellness #misinformation
🔗https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/nightlife/nightlife/106001452 #wellness #misinformation
November 19, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Hear Monday's interview with Phil Clark on ABC's Nightlife (@RadioNational) as we wade through the Wild West of wellness bullsh*t.
🔗https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/nightlife/nightlife/106001452 #wellness #misinformation
🔗https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/nightlife/nightlife/106001452 #wellness #misinformation
Why does sport have an obsession with pickle juice? Does it really prevent cramp? Probably not. But the issue goes much deeper.
This month's column: Cramping Cure or Congruence Bias? skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/pi... @SkeptInquirer
This month's column: Cramping Cure or Congruence Bias? skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/pi... @SkeptInquirer
November 14, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Why does sport have an obsession with pickle juice? Does it really prevent cramp? Probably not. But the issue goes much deeper.
This month's column: Cramping Cure or Congruence Bias? skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/pi... @SkeptInquirer
This month's column: Cramping Cure or Congruence Bias? skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/pi... @SkeptInquirer
Semaglatide -> weight loss with "preserved" lean mass:
•106 participants (70% women).
•Body weight declined 10-15% at one year.
•Fat mass ⬇ 19% with a 3 kg loss of lean mass (DXA).
🔗https://dom-pubs.pericles-prod.literatumonline.com/doi/10.1111/dom.70141 #weightloss #GLP1
•106 participants (70% women).
•Body weight declined 10-15% at one year.
•Fat mass ⬇ 19% with a 3 kg loss of lean mass (DXA).
🔗https://dom-pubs.pericles-prod.literatumonline.com/doi/10.1111/dom.70141 #weightloss #GLP1
October 27, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Semaglatide -> weight loss with "preserved" lean mass:
•106 participants (70% women).
•Body weight declined 10-15% at one year.
•Fat mass ⬇ 19% with a 3 kg loss of lean mass (DXA).
🔗https://dom-pubs.pericles-prod.literatumonline.com/doi/10.1111/dom.70141 #weightloss #GLP1
•106 participants (70% women).
•Body weight declined 10-15% at one year.
•Fat mass ⬇ 19% with a 3 kg loss of lean mass (DXA).
🔗https://dom-pubs.pericles-prod.literatumonline.com/doi/10.1111/dom.70141 #weightloss #GLP1
With the rapid expansion of AI and large language models now incorporated into every sector, it seems sensible to ask some basic questions.
In Skeptical Inquirer this month, I do just that. 🔗https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/can-you-trust-ai-to-give-health-advice/ #science #AI
In Skeptical Inquirer this month, I do just that. 🔗https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/can-you-trust-ai-to-give-health-advice/ #science #AI
September 3, 2025 at 9:57 AM
IS RHABDO a RED ALERT or a BADGE OF HONOR?
My article in Ultra-Running Magazine (July 2025) explores the all-too-common phenomenon of rhabdomyolysis. Causes and solutions.
"Don't normalize the abnormal." #running #health
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My article in Ultra-Running Magazine (July 2025) explores the all-too-common phenomenon of rhabdomyolysis. Causes and solutions.
"Don't normalize the abnormal." #running #health
subscriber.ultrarunning.com/archive/issu... @ultrarunningmag.bsky.social
August 22, 2025 at 9:25 AM
IS RHABDO a RED ALERT or a BADGE OF HONOR?
My article in Ultra-Running Magazine (July 2025) explores the all-too-common phenomenon of rhabdomyolysis. Causes and solutions.
"Don't normalize the abnormal." #running #health
subscriber.ultrarunning.com/archive/issu... @ultrarunningmag.bsky.social
My article in Ultra-Running Magazine (July 2025) explores the all-too-common phenomenon of rhabdomyolysis. Causes and solutions.
"Don't normalize the abnormal." #running #health
subscriber.ultrarunning.com/archive/issu... @ultrarunningmag.bsky.social
If you value your kidneys, NSAIDs are a bad idea during exercise. Find out why in my short piece for @mysportscience — @Jeukendrup
🔗https://www.mysportscience.com/post/nsaids-in-sport ⬇️⬇️
🔗https://www.mysportscience.com/post/nsaids-in-sport ⬇️⬇️
August 20, 2025 at 8:52 AM
If you value your kidneys, NSAIDs are a bad idea during exercise. Find out why in my short piece for @mysportscience — @Jeukendrup
🔗https://www.mysportscience.com/post/nsaids-in-sport ⬇️⬇️
🔗https://www.mysportscience.com/post/nsaids-in-sport ⬇️⬇️
Research “output.” A term that reduces a painstaking, often gruelling, years-long endeavour to a commodity, undermining the profound intellectual effort behind each publication.
June 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Research “output.” A term that reduces a painstaking, often gruelling, years-long endeavour to a commodity, undermining the profound intellectual effort behind each publication.
Reposted by Nick Tiller, Ph.D.
From #detox diets and the benefits of organic vs. non-organic foods to respiratory muscle #training, hear from TLI Research Associate and accomplished ultra-marathon runner @nbtiller.bsky.social as he explores #health trends and exercise physiology on The Strength Running Podcast: ihr.fm/4jDY4Jd 🫁
June 9, 2025 at 5:21 PM
From #detox diets and the benefits of organic vs. non-organic foods to respiratory muscle #training, hear from TLI Research Associate and accomplished ultra-marathon runner @nbtiller.bsky.social as he explores #health trends and exercise physiology on The Strength Running Podcast: ihr.fm/4jDY4Jd 🫁
In this month's column in Skeptical Inquirer, I look at seed oils—the latest faceless entity being scapegoated by wellness influencers (and public health officials).
So, what does science say?
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#health #seedoils
So, what does science say?
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#health #seedoils
The Seed Oil Gambit | Skeptical Inquirer
In just the past few decades, social media has turned the world on its head. On the one hand, it’s unified the globe with 24/7 connectivity and given though ...
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May 28, 2025 at 3:33 PM
In this month's column in Skeptical Inquirer, I look at seed oils—the latest faceless entity being scapegoated by wellness influencers (and public health officials).
So, what does science say?
skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/th...
#health #seedoils
So, what does science say?
skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/th...
#health #seedoils
Reposted by Nick Tiller, Ph.D.
My latest column, "The Demise of the American Society for Psychical Research," is now available in audio, read by an AI voice that does a much better job than I would have. @skepticalinquirer.bsky.social @spr1882.bsky.social sites.libsyn.com/510088/the-d...
Skeptical Inquirer Audio Edition: The Demise of the American Society for Psychical Research
Stuart Vyse’s investigation into the American Society for Psychical Research (ASPR) reveals an organization, once rich in both assets and history, that has all but collapsed. Read this article a...
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May 14, 2025 at 8:42 PM
My latest column, "The Demise of the American Society for Psychical Research," is now available in audio, read by an AI voice that does a much better job than I would have. @skepticalinquirer.bsky.social @spr1882.bsky.social sites.libsyn.com/510088/the-d...