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Do Cholesterol-lowering drugs cause Alzheimer’s disease?

A Facebook reel in which an unidentified man is seen hitting doctors for not knowing about nutrition is being widely circulated on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 24 Feb 2023 11:32 AM IST


Debunking myths about knee replacement surgery with Dr. Udai Prakash
Debunking myths about knee replacement surgery with Dr. Udai Prakash

Everything you need to know about knee replacement surgery.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 23 Feb 2023 4:55 PM IST


Can apple cider vinegar help in weight loss?
Can apple cider vinegar help in weight loss?

Social media users are claiming consuming apple cider vinegar every day helps in drastic weight loss.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 23 Feb 2023 12:58 PM IST


Does bubble gum stay in the gut for 7 years when swallowed?
Does bubble gum stay in the gut for 7 years when swallowed?

A post about an old myth regarding swallowing chewing gum is making rounds on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 20 Feb 2023 7:24 PM IST


Can using mobile phones increase risk of getting brain tumour by 40%?
Can using mobile phones increase risk of getting brain tumour by 40%?

A post claiming that using cell phones increase the risk of developing a brain tumour by 40% is being widely shared on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 19 Feb 2023 5:27 PM IST


Did WHO issue advisory to Indian government on milk adulteration?
Did WHO issue advisory to Indian government on milk adulteration?

A photo of a newspaper clipping is being widely shared on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 17 Feb 2023 10:23 AM IST


Viral post claims drinking hot pineapple juice kills cancer: Health myth busted
Viral post claims drinking hot pineapple juice kills cancer: Health myth busted

A post for a bizzare home remedy to cure cancer has gone viral on social media. The viral Facebook post claims that hot pineapple juice can cure...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 16 Feb 2023 6:14 PM IST


Drinking water while standing makes your uterus weak: Is it true?
Drinking water while standing makes your uterus weak: Is it true?

A post advising women not to drink water while standing has gone viral on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 14 Feb 2023 4:17 PM IST


Does garlic act as an anti-bacterial ointment to treat vaginal odour?
Does garlic act as an anti-bacterial ointment to treat vaginal odour?

A home remedy to treat vaginal odour has gone viral on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 14 Feb 2023 3:42 PM IST


Can a magnetic ring help you lose weight? Here’s what doctors say
Can a magnetic ring help you lose weight? Here’s what doctors say

A magnetic ring that reportedly helps in weight loss has gone viral on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 14 Feb 2023 11:12 AM IST


No, weight loss patches do not work: Explained
No, weight loss patches do not work: Explained

An advertisement promising overnight weight loss solutions is doing the rounds on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 12 Feb 2023 4:09 PM IST


Fake news alert: `Satochi Plus’ does not cure diabetes
Fake news alert: `Satochi Plus’ does not cure diabetes

Social media users a sharing a post about stabilizing blood sugar levels in Diabetes both Type 1 and 2.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 10 Feb 2023 6:52 PM IST


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