Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths

Your head is the main conduit for heat loss. This myth is based in the false idea that heat rises. Heat is lost across the entire surface. File size: 5.07GB

Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths

False or true: 8 glasses of water per day is mandatory to stay hydrated. Vitamin C can protect you against catching a common cold. It is easy to eat too many snacks. Natural foods are always healthier. This advice is common. These four bits of medical wisdom are a common thread. These are all half-truths and myths. and misconceptions—pieces of information so familiar we take them for granted without truly considering the scientific truth behind them.
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The information age is where accurate medical advice can be found. and You can find medical information online, and even some myths about medicine. Many of the information you see online is false. and using it to make decisions about your own health—whether it’s how to treat the symptoms of the common cold or how to care for a child or aging relative—can be harmful. Even deadly.

To ensure your own health and wellbeing, it is crucial to fully understand medical information. and Discover the truth about your everyday health and well-being.

“You can’t assume that what you’ve always heard must be true simply because many other people believe it and spread it around,” Steven Novella of Yale School of Medicine is a doctor who has made his career teaching students and patients. and Professionals who are committed to maintaining the highest standards of medical science and practice. “You should challenge all of your beliefs and, wherever possible, try to rely upon a consensus of authority or primary sources in order to check out everything that you think you know to be true.”

This is the right approach to take. Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths: What we think we know may be hurting us. Dr. Novella’s 24 candid lectures are an empowering learning experience. These will give you evidence-based guidance for good health and help you be more informed about common medical myths. and You will be able to evaluate the scientific truth behind medical information. and advice—whether you’re having an important conversation with your doctor or taking a trip down the medicine aisle of your local pharmacy.

Dispel Medical Myths with authoritative information

Popular and Accessible sources like blogs, websites, advocacy groups, and marketing materials are easily found and Celebrity endorsements are a great way to quickly get medical information. However, they are not the most reliable sources. That’s why Dr. Novella’s course is an essential aid for any home—because the information in every single lecture is rooted in authoritative and Reliable sources of facts and knowledge:

Physicians and Other health-care professionals
Medical Research and Professional organizations such the Centers for Disease Control are examples. and Prevention
Universities medical schools
Food regulatory agencies such as the Food Safety Authority and Drug Administration

Once you have a solid foundation, it is time to start thinking about what constitutes. “good” Information and How to find it. Dr. Novella walks you through the most common. and These are the most important medical myths. To help you navigate the overwhelming amount of advice, he has organized. Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths These sections are divided into three main sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of health.

You Are What You Eat and Drink: A lot of today’s misinformation revolves around dieting concepts and nutrition. Here you will find information about proper hydration, routine use of multivitamins, and natural foods and probiotics, antioxidants, and more.
Fighting Diseases: While some diseases can be a nuisance in our daily lives, others can cause significant problems. and Long-term health risks. It is therefore crucial to distinguish truth from fiction when it comes to vaccine safety and vaccination. and Antibiotics, autism, chronic diseases and You will also find information on other subjects in this section.
Exploring Alternatives: It appears that there are many alternative remedies and medicines. and Treatments that relieve symptoms, prevent illness, and promote personal health. Which treatments really work? Examine the claims made about herbal medicine, homeopathy, and acupuncture. and Other alternatives aren’t always as worth it as they say.

Dr. Novella will also help you to see the truth behind myths regarding pregnancy, loss consciousness, and detoxification. and The placebo effect. He even gives you a short tour of some common medical myths from all over the globe in one lecture towards the end of the course to show that while medical myths can vary, misinformation is universal.

It is intriguing Medical Questions that Reveal Scientific Answers

The heart of Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-TruthsThey are the answers that many have been searching for since long. Many myths and Many misinformations we hear are true and It seems that they make sense. But is that really true? Dr. Novella’s answers to scientific questions and A wealth of medical research may surprise you.

Here’s a sampling of the myths you’ll be debunking in this interesting course.

The more vitamins you consume every day, the better. High doses of vitamins can lead to toxic toxicity. This is known as megadosing. High doses of certain vitamins can increase your risk of developing diseases. Vitamin E supplementation is a good example. It has been proven to increase the risk of heart disease.
Children are hyperactive when they drink soda. There is no evidence that soda and caffeinated drinks like soda can cause hyperactivity in children, contrary to common belief. and behavioral changes in children. Because caffeine is a stimulant it can improve attention in children. However, caffeine high doses can cause nervousness and jitteriness. and sleep difficulty.
You cannot be too clean. Regular exposure to immune challenges actually keeps our immune systems healthy—something that can be compromised by overusing antibiotics or being overly hygienic. Recent medical studies suggest a possible link between lower immune system exposure. and Some diseases, like asthma, are not curable.

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If you’re pregnant and Carry your baby low. Then it’s probably a boy. These myths are pure folklore and Many of these stereotypes are rooted in old gender stereotypes. There are only two valid methods to determine the sex of your baby. One is through an ultrasound, which looks for sexual characteristics. The other is amniocentesis, which looks at the baby’s genes.
Your head is the main conduit for heat loss. This myth stems from the false assumption that body heat rises. The entire surface of your skin is affected by heat loss. This includes sweat evaporation. Because of their highly vascular nature, the heat that your hands loses is actually quite high.
Cracking your knuckles can cause arthritis. Journal of Manipulative Medicine published a medical study. and Physiological Therapy examined 300 knuckle-crackers and It found no increased arthritis risk. However, it did experience grip weakness due to repeated stretching of the ligaments at the knuckle joint.

You will save yourself time and money and Don’t be alarmed

Strong advocate for ethics in medicine and Dr. Novella will help you understand medical truths and ensure that medical information is accurate. and Instill confidence in you to face the overwhelming amount of negative information. He’s an academic neurologist at Yale School of Medicine. His career has been dedicated to teaching doctors how become good doctors.

While it is important to consult your family doctor for medical advice, it is equally important to consult your own doctor. and To be able to make smart decisions and Make smart health decisions that will save you money and time. and—most of all—unnecessary worry. All this and more you’ll find with Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths.