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These Common Medical Myths We Believed Are True Since Long

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11. Bed Rest Heals Back Pain

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Mind indulgence along with physical activity and some bed rest would be more beneficial for a speedy recovery rather than relying on complete bed rest.

 

12. Cracking Knuckle Will Lead To Arthritis

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You may suffer from weaker joints as a reward for knuckle cracking but not arthritis as it is caused due to a completely different condition called gout.

 

13. Eating At Night Can Cause You Weight Gain

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It’s a big no for this myth as until you are burning calories as you eat, achieving night hunger cant bother you.

 

14. Pregnancy Lasts 9 Months

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As the correct way to count pregnancy is to count from the date of the last menstrual cycle as said is 40 weeks but the gap between conceiving and delivery is 38 weeks.

 

15. Probiotics Prevent Cold

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Probiotics just alleviate cold symptoms but can’t prevent it. Though, when consumed for a longer period, they may strengthen immunity.

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