20 Health Myths We’ve Believed Our Entire Lives That Are Not True

16Cold showers sober you up

This probably is a dangerous misconception amongst young party people that after drinking too much we need to have a cold shower to feel better and sober up faster. It makes sure sense too, as alcohol generally makes us hotter and sweaty on the outside, but in reality, it actually lowers our body temperature. Also, an immediate cold shower after a drink-binge may cause hypothermia and lead to unconsciousness which can be really dangerous.

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17You feel severe pain during a heart attack

Well this is one myth which we wished was a fact, but unfortunately, it’s not true. The fact that majority of heart attacks occur without any symptoms and catches you without any tell-tale warnings, makes it so much more deadly. At most those who did experience a heart-attack, report a mild nagging pain more akin to a toothache or a mild heartburn. The other symptoms of a heart attack can be sweating either hot or cold, ache in the upper left arm, and a feeling of impending doom or anxiety.

Moreover, pain in the left side of the chest isn’t usually indicative of a heart attack which is a constrictive tightness that is focused in the middle of the chest. But to be on the safe side, always dial emergency when attacked by unexplained chest pain.

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18We contract flu because of cold temperatures

Our parents have forewarned us not to venture outside during winters or on a cold windy or rainy day lest we catch a cold, alas this cautionary warning has no scientific backup at all. The reality is that no one can possible “Catch cold” simply because we are exposed to the elements, rather it’s our weak immunity which makes us susceptible to the viruses which make us sick. The cold just worsens our conditions.

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19Coffee  reduces bone mass in children

This smart health myth is a brainchild of clever parents to simply keep kids away from coffee, as there is no scientific proof that coffee has any sort of negative impact on bone density or mass. In fact,  coffee has no effect on bones in any way. However, a bit of advice, children should be given healthier drinks instead of coffee which is suitable when one is a bit older.

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20Organic foods are pesticide-free and more nutritious

It’s a general misconception that if the food is “organic” it’s safer, healthier and free of pesticides and therefore more nutritious. Nothing could be further than the truth as organic farmers also use “organic Pesticides” which are sometimes more harmful to the environment than their traditional synthetic counterparts.

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