Fact Check Health - Page 24

Get reliable health fact checks on viral claims, medical myths, and false remedies. We verify trending health information using science-backed research.
Can a mix of lemon & baking soda make your teeth sparkling white?
Can a mix of lemon & baking soda make your teeth sparkling white?

A Facebook post for a natural tooth whitening solution has gone viral.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 25 Nov 2022 4:48 PM IST


Can hot coconut water kill cancer cells?
Can hot coconut water 'kill' cancer cells?

A viral WhatsApp message, attributed to Dr. Rajendra A. Badwe from the Tata Memorial Hospital, claims that hot coconut water releases an "anti-cancer...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 25 Nov 2022 9:33 AM IST


Does taping your mouth shut at night help you sleep better?
Does taping your mouth shut at night help you sleep better?

A new viral health trend on TikTok claims that taping your mouth shut at night will help you sleep better and also improve other health conditions...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 20 Nov 2022 3:17 PM IST


Does turmeric remove fluoride from human brain?
Does turmeric remove fluoride from human brain?

A Facebook post claiming the usefulness of a common household spice ā€˜turmeric’ in removing fluoride from the brain is taking rounds on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 17 Nov 2022 6:52 PM IST


Can a slice of onion act as a nasal decongestant for toddlers?
Can a slice of onion act as a nasal decongestant for toddlers?

Newsmeter found a viral Facebook post that advised people to use onion as a nasal decongestant for babies.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 16 Nov 2022 5:58 PM IST


Rubbing Vicks VapoRub on your feet wont cure your cough permanently
Rubbing Vicks VapoRub on your feet won't cure your cough 'permanently'

A post claiming that Vicks VapoRub can be effective in keeping cough at bay is doing the rounds of social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 14 Nov 2022 5:32 PM IST


Can chewing ginger right after a heart attack open up blocked arteries?
Can chewing ginger right after a heart attack open up blocked arteries?

A video of a man claiming that ginger can be an effective natural remedy to unclog blockages immediately after a heart attack has gone viral on social...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 14 Nov 2022 5:20 PM IST


Does oregano oil and lemon drink work as a natural antibiotic?
Does oregano oil and lemon drink work as a natural antibiotic?

A post claiming that oregano oil and lemon mixed with water acts as a natural antibiotic.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 13 Nov 2022 6:04 PM IST


Can licking salt reduce anxiety?
Can licking salt reduce anxiety?

A post claiming that anxiety attacks can be controlled by licking salt or putting it on your tongue is doing the rounds on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 12 Nov 2022 4:02 PM IST


Does a sliced onion purify the air and keep sickness away?
Does a sliced onion purify the air and keep sickness away?

An Instagram reel that claims that a slice of onion can be used as a natural air purifier to keep cold, flu, and sickness away has taken the internet...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 11 Nov 2022 4:16 PM IST


No, home pregnancy kit cannot detect testicular cancer
No, home pregnancy kit cannot detect testicular cancer

Social media users are claiming that home pregnancy kits can detect testicular cancer.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 10 Nov 2022 12:56 PM IST


Can garlic & oregano help regain vision?
Can garlic & oregano help regain vision?

A video of a herbal home remedy to improve eyesight has taken the internet by storm.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 27 Oct 2022 5:47 PM IST


Share it