Fact Check Health - Page 15
Fact Check: Can pouring cow ghee into nose cure chronic earache? No
Several social media users claim that putting a few drops of cow ghee through the nasal cavity can cure a severe earache.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 11 Jun 2023 12:23 PM IST
Fact Check: Can consuming turmeric-infused water every morning cure diabetes?
Several social media users claim that drinking turmeric water every morning cures diabetes completely.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 11 Jun 2023 2:03 AM IST
Fact Check: Viral post falsely claims drinking water while standing weakens bones
A Facebook reel claims that drinking water while standing weakens bones.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 9 Jun 2023 7:11 PM IST
Can consuming stale chapatis for days give you chubby cheeks?
An Instagram post claims that consuming stale chapatis soaked in milk daily will bless you with chubby cheeks.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 4 Jun 2023 5:05 PM IST
Can lemon peels prevent cancer?
Several social media users have shared a post that says lemon peels can potentially prevent cancer.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 2 Jun 2023 5:13 PM IST
Can an over-the-counter ointment cure psoriasis?
There is no scientifically proven cure for psoriasis yet.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 23 May 2023 3:56 PM IST
Do apple cider vinegar supplements or gummies aid in weight loss?
Drinking apple cider vinegar (ACV) may reduce blood lipid levels and blood sugar levels but ACV gummies do not have the benefits.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 23 May 2023 3:52 PM IST
Can Vitamin B17 kill cancer cells?
There is currently no scientific evidence to prove the efficacy of Vitamin B17 or Amygdalin against cancer.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 22 May 2023 7:20 PM IST
Can massaging your belly with this acupressure tool help burn fat?
A video of a group of women massaging their bellies with a wooden acupressure tool that looks like a rolling pin is doing the rounds on social media.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 19 May 2023 4:59 PM IST
New packs of P/500 paracetamol pills do not contain fatal āMachupo Virusā
Several social media users are sharing an image of P/500 paracetamol pills and claiming that they contain the āMachupoā virus.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 18 May 2023 5:44 PM IST
Can an over-the-counter ointment cure vitiligo completely?
An advertisement for an ointment called Kolmax claims that it can cure vitiligo.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 16 May 2023 4:25 PM IST
Can compress spray cure lumbar spine pain?
A viral advertisement claims that compress spray can cure lumbar spine pain, any joint pain, or swelling within 3 weeks.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 11 May 2023 11:13 AM IST
