Ten medical myths debunked
Fox News/Web MDPosted: March 31st, 2006 by Steve Trinward
“You don’t want to be an April fool — or any kind of fool — when it comes to your health. Yes, those old wives knew a thing or two, but they never went to medical school or conducted a scientific study. Are you sure you know the answers to the following? 1: Chewing gum takes seven years to pass through your digestive system. _ True _ False _ Only Juicy Fruit. … 2: Cutting salt intake can help your high blood pressure. _ True _ False _ Pass the pretzels. … 3: Cracking your knuckles will cause arthritis in later life. _ True _ False _ Maybe. …” (03/29/06)
