How to Research for Wellness

How do you know if the health information you're reading is actually trustworthy?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn welcomes back Dr. Theresa Lyons, scientist, researcher, and founder of Navigating AWEtism, for a practical conversation about one of the most important wellness skills you can develop: learning how to evaluate health research for yourself.After her daughter's autism diagnosis, Dr. Lyons discovered that the advice she received from professionals didn't always match what the scientific literature was showing. That experience changed the trajectory of her life and taught her how critical it is to distinguish between headlines, opinions, AI-generated summaries, and peer-reviewed research.Whether you're researching autism, nutrition, chronic illness, supplements, or any other health topic, this episode will help you become a more confident and informed consumer of medical information.In this conversation, you'll learn:- Why headlines and mainstream articles don't always reflect the latest science- How to recognize higher-quality health information- When to use PubMed, Google Scholar, and AI—and when not to- How to identify bias in both research and your own thinking- What clinical trial phases actually mean- Why study size, funding, and conflicts of interest matter- How to read a research paper without feeling overwhelmed- What systematic reviews and meta-analyses are—and why they're valuable- Why asking better questions often leads to better health decisions- How to partner with your healthcare providers while becoming a stronger advocate for yourself or your familyIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting wellness advice online, frustrated by changing health recommendations, or unsure which sources to trust, this episode offers a practical framework for researching with greater confidence and clarity.Connect with Dr. Theresa Lyons🌐 Work with Dr. Lyons: https://awetism.co/work-together🌐 Navigating AWEtism: https://navigatingawetism.com📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@navigatingawetism📱 Instagram: @navigating_awetismDr. Lyons translates complex scientific research into practical, understandable information, helping families make informed, evidence-based decisions while navigating autism and related health topics.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."