Most of us grew up being told certain myths and misconceptions, whether they are passed down from our parents or someone we know. For example, eating carrots will improve eye sight or the saying ‘if the wind changes, your face will stay like that!’ However, the reality is some (if not all) of these notions are more myths or minor truths if anything! Which is why on today’s blog post, we will debunk some of the most common myths and misconceptions.
“Sitting to close to the TV will damage your eyesight.”
The answer is no! Contrary to this popular myth, sitting to close to the TV does not damage your eyesight. Although it can cause eyestrain or give you a headache, which is why we don’t recommend it, it cannot cause any permanent damage!
It takes 7 years to digest chewing gum.
This one is a complete myth! According to doctors, gum does not take that long to digest! Although our stomachs cannot break down chewing gum the way it breaks down other foods, chewing gum can still be moved along in our digestive system through regular intestinal activity.
Carrots Improve eye sight
This one is indeed a truth but only with very minor effects. Carrots are full of Vitamin A, which is a nutrient essential for improved vision, however carrots only provide a small amount of vitamin A, and this nutrient can also be received from other foods such as cheese and milk.
Cracking your knuckles will cause arthritis.
I’m sure we’ve all done the odd cracking your knuckles, well thank goodness, this one is also a myth! Knuckle cracking is not necessarily beneficial, but the notion that it causes arthritis is false. However, some risks can occur when you continuously crack your knuckles such as, inflammation in the knuckles and weakened grip in the hands. So just be careful not to make it a habit!
Lightning never strikes the same place time.
This one is a common saying often said to encourage people. However, this notion is false. Lightning isn’t particularly interested in whether an object has been hit twice or even multiple times!
So Livetriber’s, what are some common myths and misconceptions that you’ve heard? Did you believe these growing up? Let us know!
