I just want to say that its really great to read lay people requesting 'reputable science' sources. I feel like this is a victory for the forces of critical thinking.
Of course, the next problem is how non-professionals decide something is reputable (since even professionals argue) but its a wonderful thing to see, all the same.
Carry on. I don't think I'll add anything to this discussion.
Second thoughts can generally be amended with judicious action; injudicious actions can seldom be recovered with second thoughts.
--Cyteen by C.J.Cherryh