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Wart and mole removers do not work; don’t fall for such products
Wart and mole removers do not work; don’t fall for such products

An advertisement for a miraculous skin care product that can treat warts and other lesions is doing the rounds on social media. It claims the product...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 9 Feb 2023 4:15 PM IST


Busting 7 myths about Rheumatoid Arthritis
Busting 7 myths about Rheumatoid Arthritis

Debunking myths around Rheumatoid Arthritis with Dr. Udai Prakash, Orthopaedic consultant (hip and knee specialist).

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 9 Feb 2023 4:12 PM IST


Black seed oil or kalonji cures HIV in two weeks: Fact or scam?
Black seed oil or kalonji cures HIV in two weeks: Fact or scam?

A post claiming that black seeds can cure HIV in two weeks has gone viral on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 7 Feb 2023 5:45 PM IST


Can black seed powder, organic honey, lemon cure cancer?
Can black seed powder, organic honey, lemon cure cancer?

Social media users are claiming that black seed powder, organic honey, and organic lemon can potentially cure cancer.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 7 Feb 2023 2:59 PM IST


Teeth-whitening foams are hoax, don’t fall prey to marketing strategies
Teeth-whitening foams are hoax, don’t fall prey to marketing strategies

Advertisements for foam mouthwashes that claim to remove stubborn tartar and whiten the teeth are attracting many on social media. The viral product...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 5 Feb 2023 6:12 PM IST


Viral ad for ā€˜Varicose Relief’ oil debunked
Viral ad for ā€˜Varicose Relief’ oil debunked

An advertisement for a glycerine-based oil called ā€œVaricose Reliefā€ is doing the rounds on social media with claims that it can treat varicose veins,...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 5 Feb 2023 6:07 PM IST


Can okra water boost ovulation among women?
Can okra water boost ovulation among women?

Social media users are claiming that consuming okra water can boost ovulation among women.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 2 Feb 2023 11:16 AM IST


Do Oreo biscuits contain pork fat & milk? Here’s the truth
Do Oreo biscuits contain pork fat & milk? Here’s the truth

An infographic that claims that Oreo biscuits contain pork fat and milk has gone viral on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 19 Jan 2023 6:59 PM IST


Can cranberry juice treat urinary tract infections?
Can cranberry juice treat urinary tract infections?

A Facebook post claiming that cranberry juice is an effective home remedy for urinary tract infections is doing the rounds on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 19 Jan 2023 6:56 PM IST


Can consuming rice lead to weakening of bones?
Can consuming rice lead to weakening of bones?

An Instagram post claiming that consuming rice at night may lead to the weakening of bones has gone viral on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 4 Jan 2023 12:30 PM IST


Is colloidal silver a proven cure for Covid-19? Explained
Is colloidal silver a proven cure for Covid-19? Explained

A tweet claiming that colloidal silver can cure Covid-19 and many other health conditions is going viral.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 2 Jan 2023 5:34 PM IST


Can a slice of potato in socks combat cold and flu?
Can a slice of potato in socks combat cold and flu?

Social media users are claiming that placing a slice of potato inside the socks overnight can help children combat flu and cold.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 29 Dec 2022 12:30 PM IST


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