There are various health precautions that have done their rounds, trying to remind people about what not to do. However, most of them do not have actual scientific reasoning and can be called a myth!
Half knowledge about anything can be dangerous; there are few top myths about healthy eating. Read more to get your mind blown about some of the most popular health myths.
Eyesight is compromised by reading in dimly lit rooms – It has been proven through research that reading in a dimly lit room does not do permanent damage to eyesight. Although, it may cause temporary effects such as causing dry eyes or eye strain when reading by the torchlight or candles.
Being thin is better than to be fat – It’s not healthy to be fat, but it’s probably not the worst thing from a health perspective. Being underweight can also cause serious health problems. Thin people have a higher risk of heart disease and pneumonia than those who are overweight.
Drink eight glasses of water per day – There is absolutely no reason to count how many glasses of water one drinks in a day. Research shows that a sip of water when thirsty enough to keep people healthy and hydrated.
Cracking joints causing arthritis – Research has made it official that cracking does not cause arthritis joints. The noise coming from the gap is due to the gas bubbles formed between the bones. But if it is pain, then one should concern a doctor.
This is some medical myths that have been debunked. So before you openly believe anything you are told, try to find a scientific reason behind it.