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Fact Check: Chewing cloves regularly improves oral hygiene? No, viral claim is misleading
Fact Check: Chewing cloves regularly improves oral hygiene? No, viral claim is misleading

The claims of chewing cloves regularly can result in improved oral health is misleading since it provides only temporary relief

By Neelambaran A  Published on 20 Dec 2024 9:15 AM IST


Fact Check: Can lemon-ginger combo improve gut health? Hereā€™s the truth
Fact Check: Can lemon-ginger combo improve gut health? Hereā€™s the truth

An instagram video is viral with claims of ginger, lemon and green apple mixture reducing inflammation, improve gut health and immunity.

By Neelambaran A  Published on 16 Dec 2024 10:45 PM IST


Fact Check: Can skipping breakfast reverse type-2 diabetes? Hereā€™s the truth
Fact Check: Can skipping breakfast reverse type-2 diabetes? Hereā€™s the truth

An Instagram video claims consuming chia seeds or eggs in the morning or skipping breakfast entirely can reverse diabetes

By Neelambaran A  Published on 13 Dec 2024 10:15 AM IST


Fact Check: Can herbal ā€˜immunity boosterā€™ drinks save lives? No, donā€™t fall for unscientific claims by celebrities
Fact Check: Can herbal ā€˜immunity boosterā€™ drinks save lives? No, donā€™t fall for unscientific claims by celebrities

Former cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu has credited his wifeā€™s recovery from cancer to intermittent fasting and herbal drinks.

By Neelambaran A  Published on 6 Dec 2024 11:05 PM IST


Fact Check: Can a spice concoction with sugar treat fatty liver? Hereā€™s the truth
Fact Check: Can a spice concoction with sugar treat fatty liver? Hereā€™s the truth

The claims in the video needs more scientific research, since the cure for fatty liver requires medical support and lifestyle changes

By Neelambaran A  Published on 28 Nov 2024 5:50 PM IST


Fact Check: Can acupressure treat fatty liver condition? More research required to confirm benefits
Fact Check: Can acupressure treat fatty liver condition? More research required to confirm benefits

The cure for fatty liver requires lifestyle changes, regular exercise and reduced stress, besides medical treatment.

By Neelambaran A  Published on 22 Nov 2024 8:44 AM IST


Fact Check: Can ginger-lemon drink with instant coffee burn belly fat? Viral claim is misleading
Fact Check: Can ginger-lemon drink with instant coffee burn belly fat? Viral claim is misleading

An instagram video claims that without exercise and diet, belly fat can be reduced in 7 days, just by consuming a drink prepared with lemon, ginger...

By Neelambaran A  Published on 16 Nov 2024 6:30 PM IST


Fact Check: Acupressure for diabetes management? Experts warn
Fact Check: Acupressure for diabetes management? Experts warn

Reversing or controlling diabetes require medial, nutrition and fitness routines as per experts who warn of unscientific suggestions

By Neelambaran A  Published on 14 Nov 2024 7:03 PM IST


Jalebi-milk combo is not a migraine remedy; excess sugar levels can complicate condition
Jalebi-milk combo is not a migraine remedy; excess sugar levels can complicate condition

The claims of jalebi-milk combo helping cure migraine is misleading.

By Neelambaran A  Published on 5 Nov 2024 3:57 PM IST


Fact Check: Can water from lemon, bay leaf and turmeric extract cure diabetes? More scientific proof needed
Fact Check: Can water from lemon, bay leaf and turmeric extract cure diabetes? More scientific proof needed

Despite some of the ingredients suggested in the video having some medicinal benefits, there is no scientific proof to substantiate the claims of...

By Neelambaran A  Published on 3 Nov 2024 9:45 AM IST


Fact Check: Hair growth remedy using onion, garlic combo can be effective; experts advise caution against overuse, allergies
Fact Check: Hair growth remedy using onion, garlic combo can be effective; experts advise caution against overuse, allergies

An Instagram video has gone viral which claims to have a natural remedy to induce hair growth. The video suggests viewers apply oil extracted from...

By Neelambaran A  Published on 2 Nov 2024 11:20 AM IST


Fact Check: Blood sugar, obesity cannot be reduced by celery stick recipe; lifestyle changes mandatory
Fact Check: Blood sugar, obesity cannot be reduced by celery stick recipe; lifestyle changes mandatory

The celery stick recipe suggested by an instagram user does not bring long term benefits of weight loss or blood sugar level reduction

By Neelambaran A  Published on 24 Oct 2024 3:07 PM IST


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