The internet provides us with useful information, but not everything you read is true -- especially when it comes to your health.
There are over 70,000 health-related searches on Google every minute. That adds up to one billion people googling some type of health information every single day.
But many of the most common health “facts” you’ll find are actually fictional.
Myth No. 1: “Toilet seats can give you STIs”
The answer? It’s incredibly rare to catch a sexually transmitted infection this way.
Myth No. 2: “Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis”
There’s no research to prove there is a true link between arthritis and knuckle cracking.
Myth No. 3: “Eggs are bad for you”
Eggs contain protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Myth No. 4: “Deodorant can cause breast cancer”
The National Cancer Institute says there’s no evidence linking deodorant or antiperspirant to breast cancer.
Myth No. 5: “Sugar can make children hyper”
While sugar isn’t good for children, research shows it won’t cause them to act out.
Myth No. 6: Expired medications are always unsafe
While drug manufacturers are required by law to stamp expiration dates on medicine bottles, the actual shelf life could be much longer. A large study conducted by the FDA found 90% of more than 100 drugs were perfectly good to use even 15 years after the expiration date.
While it may be OK to take expired meds, there are exceptions like using insulin and antibiotics. It is always a good idea to talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.