Yvette d'Entremont

Yvette d'Entremont, also known as SciBabe, is an American public speaker, science blogger, and former analytical chemist. She has a background in forensics and toxicology. Her blog, SciBabe, is dedicated to "clearing up misinformation about science, food and nutrition."

Biography D'Entremont was born in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and raised in New Hampshire. She currently lives in Oakland, California. She has bachelor's degrees in theater and chemistry and a master's degree in forensic science. She is a graduate of Emmanuel College,

When d'Entremont began to suffer what she described as "the worst headache of my life", which lasted for eight months before relief, she tried various remedies and attempted different diets, going vegan or all organic. None of these things helped her, and she eventually got the right diagnosis (Hemicrania continua and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) and the right medical treatments for her condition. D'Entremont also suffers from celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder associated with the consumption of gluten.

Work

D'Entremont started blogging in 2014.

D'Entremont chose the name "Science Babe" in reaction to Vani Hari's moniker of "Food Babe."

Experienced science communicators have stated that writers like d'Entremont play an important role in educating the public with engaging and accessible scientific information. which had no effect except resulting in her being intoxicated with a blood alcohol content well above the legal limit to drive, as the product contained only 20% alcohol and water.

She is currently working as a contributing writer for The Outline and as a columnist for Self magazine.

D'Entremont also co-hosted with Alice Vaughn the podcast Two Girls One Mic: The Porncast, which features humorous commentary about pornography. After three episodes, it was listed in the top 20 comedy podcasts on iTunes.

Splenda collaboration

In late 2017, D'Entremont started to work as a paid spokesperson for Splenda. Since accepting their offer, a series of her blog articles that defend the sweetener have been posted on the official Splenda website. These are part of the brand's campaign to "Debunk the Junk" (i.e., correct perceived misconceptions about Splenda).