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Fact Check: Guava leaf concoction to cure diabetes? Don’t fall for random social media posts
Fact Check: Guava leaf concoction to cure diabetes? Don’t fall for random social media posts

Guava leaf extract or guava tea is traditionally used as an anti-diabetic supplement to manage blood sugar levels. As of now, there is no proven cure...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 7 Feb 2024 12:04 PM IST


Fact Check: Does HPV vaccine for cervical cancer cause infertility?
Fact Check: Does HPV vaccine for cervical cancer cause infertility?

Here is all you need to know:

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 5 Feb 2024 7:21 PM IST


Fact Check: Can consuming too much caffeine lead to signs of schizophrenia?
Fact Check: Can consuming too much caffeine lead to signs of schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia is a serious disorder and you cannot compare these symptoms with mild short-term cognitive disturbances.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 1 Feb 2024 8:30 PM IST


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Fact Check: Brushing with garlic-lemon mixture won’t whiten teeth: Beware of home remedy hoaxes

Too much acidic agent can cause enamel erosion.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 30 Jan 2024 3:26 PM IST


Fact Check: Can Giloy cure type 2 diabetes?
Fact Check: Can Giloy cure type 2 diabetes?

Diabetes can only be managed, there is no cure yet.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 25 Jan 2024 12:06 PM IST


Fact Check: There is no Japanese method to cure prostatitis in 3 days: Viral link to cure is clickbait
Fact Check: There is no Japanese method to cure prostatitis in 3 days: Viral link to cure is clickbait

Prostatitis is usually treated with painkillers and a 2 to 4-week course of antibiotics. There is no Japanese drug mentioned.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 23 Jan 2024 7:12 PM IST


Fact Check: ā€˜AI doctor’ claiming soaked raisins can reduce belly fat without exercise is wrong
Fact Check: ā€˜AI doctor’ claiming soaked raisins can reduce belly fat without exercise is wrong

Soaked raisins are rich in antioxidants but alone won't help in fat cutting.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 18 Jan 2024 5:23 PM IST


Fact Check: Beware! AI doctor claiming Ashwagandha oil can enlarge penis is hoax
Fact Check: Beware! AI doctor claiming Ashwagandha oil can enlarge penis is hoax

No oil or enlargement supplement can help make your penis larger.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 12 Jan 2024 12:05 PM IST


Can simple kitchen ingredients remedy weight gain? Debunking 5 weight loss myths
Can simple kitchen ingredients remedy weight gain? Debunking 5 weight loss myths

Weight loss is a complex process. These hacks might help in increasing metabolism but major fat burning requires healthy eating, regular exercise and...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 11 Jan 2024 3:58 PM IST


Fact Check: Lemon and coconut oil does not prevent hair greying permanently: AI-generated doc peddles misinformation
Fact Check: Lemon and coconut oil does not prevent hair greying permanently: AI-generated doc peddles misinformation

If genetics or aging is the cause, nothing can prevent or reverse the greying process.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 3 Jan 2024 5:06 PM IST


Fact Check: Can beer or alcohol reduce risk of cancer?
Fact Check: Can beer or alcohol reduce risk of cancer?

Here's all you need to know:

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 2 Jan 2024 7:06 PM IST


Fact Check: Can type-2 diabetes be reversed using plant-based protein?
Fact Check: Can type-2 diabetes be reversed using plant-based protein?

Diabetes is an incurable condition.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 29 Dec 2023 8:01 PM IST


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