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It is commonly mentioned to children to prevent them from urinating in a shared swimming pool, but according to studies, approximately 50% of Americans still believe that there exists a specific "urine-detecting dye" capable of turning urine red when combined with pool chemicals.
If a penny is dropped from the top of a building and reaches a speed of about 60 mph, it will only cause mild discomfort when it hits someone.
There is no evidence to suggest that sitting too close to the television can damage eyesight. The misconception is likely derived from the fact that color TV sets in the 1960s emitted hazardous levels of radiation.
Your facial muscles have elasticity and will revert back to their normal condition.
Dogs possess color vision, but less advanced compared to humans.
This widely held belief is not accurate. Although you may not utilize each part of your brain simultaneously, throughout the day, you do make use of your entire brain.
The most research has ever been able to do is prove correlations between a full moon and abnormal or altered behavior, which as we all (should) know, does not equal causation.
A dog's age can be around 15 human years, depending on its breed.
The concept of a sugar rush is unsupported. While not the healthiest choice for children, there is no scientific evidence linking sugar consumption to behavior changes.
Candy and greasy food don't directly cause acne. However, they may trigger inflammation in the body which could potentially contribute to the occurrence of breakouts.
Carrots hold vitamin A, a crucial nutrient for eye health, but they do not directly enhance visual sharpness.
If your parents ever advised you to wear a hat during winter outings, believing it would prevent excessive body heat loss, they were incorrect.
While vitamin C is crucial for a strong immune system, there is no scientific proof that it can effectively prevent or cure common colds.
Gum travels through the digestive system like any other substance. Although it lacks nutrients for absorption, it will not become trapped in any part of the journey.
As children grow, they require more sleep than adults. However, once individuals reach adulthood, the necessary amount of sleep does not decrease with aging.
Contrary to popular belief, this claim is entirely untrue and, in fact, achieves the opposite effect. Salt raises the boiling point of water, resulting in a prolonged boiling process.
When we sneeze, it's natural for our eyes to close. However, it's a myth that if we try to keep them open, they will pop out. The increase in blood pressure behind the eyes during a sneeze is not significant enough to cause any such extreme outcome.
Although uncommon, individuals who are highly flexible and hypermobile possess this ability.
Colds are caused by viruses, not by being physically cold. In the winter, cold or flu viruses are more frequently found, increasing the chances of getting sick. This misconception may have originated from these circumstances.
This one does not require more explanation...correct?
Insufficient lighting leading to eyestrain may result in a headache, yet it won't inflict harm upon your eyes or vision.
Birds do not abandon their babies due to a "human scent." Actually, birds have a limited sense of smell and are incapable of distinguishing between different scents.
Explaining the truth to a child may pose challenges, but parents frequently deceive their children with this common fabrication, which could ultimately impede the growth of their emotional resilience.
Eye muscles may become fatigued from prolonged crossing, but they will not permanently freeze in that state.
Warts are caused by a virus and are unrelated to the texture of the skin of this amphibian.
There is no scientific evidence to support this claim, although it may be perceived as disgusting by many individuals.
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Coffee consumption does not affect a child's growth, as height is influenced by genetic factors rather than the amount of caffeine consumed.
This misconception could originate from the idea that experiencing cramps while swimming immobilizes a person and can cause drowning. Although it is more common to experience stomach cramps after eating and engaging in physical activity, this has never resulted in drowning.
After shaving, the hair follicle's naturally thicker base regrows first, creating the appearance of thicker hair. Nonetheless, the hair itself does not truly become thicker.
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Studies that have attempted to back up this claim have either had inconclusive results or have shown the exact opposite.
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LIFESTYLE Lies
Parents often tell their children myths and misconceptions in an effort to avoid tantrums and gain obedience. Regrettably, these falsehoods are often perpetuated and unquestioningly accepted as truth for generations.
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