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How Much Milk Should You Drink Daily? Science-Backed Recommendations
For generations, milk has played a significant role in our daily diets. It's known for its rich nutritional value and health benefits. But how much milk…
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Myth vs fact
Claims that get repeated everywhere, and what the sources actually say.
Myth
The caffeine in coffee and cola dehydrates you.
What the evidence says
A controlled 2014 study in PLOS ONE found moderate coffee hydrates about as well as water.
Read the article: Can I Drink Coke After Tooth Extraction?Myth
Detox teas and juices flush toxins out of your liver.
What the evidence says
The US NCCIH found no compelling evidence that detox diets remove toxins from the body.
Read the article: How to Detoxify Your Liver Naturally: Simple & Effective WaysMyth
Vitamin D supplements fix insulin resistance in PCOS.
What the evidence says
The NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, reviewing 35 trials, did not find that it does.
Read the article: PCOS & Diet: The Best Foods to Eat and Avoid for Hormonal BalanceMyth
After a tooth extraction, the fizz is what knocks the clot loose.
What the evidence says
The better-supported risk is suction. The Cleveland Clinic says to skip the straw.
Read the article: Can I Drink Coke After Tooth Extraction?
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How to Stay Fit and Keep Up Your Workouts While Traveling
Traveling can throw your whole fitness routine off track. New cities, long flights, busy schedules, unfamiliar food, it’s easy to lose rhythm. But staying fit while traveling doesn’t have to…
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