I watched Dr. OZ yesterday with my super model gf and her 5 friends while making several $5000 bets (winning them all of course) and thought I would pass these facts from the show. I may may slight exaggerated things.
http://www.doctoroz.com/slideshow/truth-or-tale-old-wives-tales#
Mom is always full of tips to keep you safe, happy and healthy – and many of her recommendations have been passed down for generations. But some of these health adages are nothing more than urban legends. Dr. Oz put the most common old wives’ tales under the microscope to find out if they’re fact or fiction. From stress causing graying hair to not swimming after you eat to the link between spicy foods and ulcers and more – learn the truth about the advice you’ve grown up with!
1. Chocolate and Acne
Many people mistakenly believe that breakouts are caused by chocolate treats or greasy foods. In actuality, pimples aren’t caused by diet, stress or even dirty skin. Acne is triggered by hormonal changes (most common in puberty and pregnancy), hereditary factors or certain types of makeup. The good news is that you can enjoy your dessert without worrying about your face! Limit your serving to 1 ounce of dark chocolate per day, which is high in antioxidants and good for your skin.
2. Spicy Foods & Ulcers
Spicy-food lovers rejoice! Although spicy dishes may irritate preexisting ulcers, they won’t cause new ones. This old wives’ tale likely originated because many people mistake the burning they get after eating spicy foods for ulcers. This hot sensation is a natural result of consuming the ingredient capsaicin. If you feel painful burning, you may be suffering from heartburn or acid reflux. Ulcers are caused by the bacteria h. pylori or from taking NSAIDS like ibuprofen or aspirin over a long period of time – they’re not triggered by foods with a spicy kick.
3. Stress and Hair Gray
Going gray is a natural part of the aging process – you can’t blame it on small stresses like traffic jams or running late. Yet there’s new research linking stress to accelerating your hair turning grey. Everyone has stressors in their lives, but when it’s not under control, stress can wreak havoc on your health.
4. Caffeine and Height
Caffeine does not stunt your growth; there’s no link between caffeine consumption and height. Your soda or coffee habit does come with some side effects, as caffeine can cause an increased heart rate and elevated blood pressure along with keeping you awake at night – which is particularly detrimental to children who need more sleep than adults. Dr. Oz recommends limiting caffeine intake to 1 drink per day for kids and 2 drinks for adults. Avoid caffeine after 3 p.m. so that it doesn’t interfere with your sleep
5. Warm Milk and Sleep
Milk contains two sleep promoters: the hormone melatonin and the amino acid tryptophan. The amount of both of these substances in one glass, however, is minute, making it unlikely that a glass of milk would help you fall asleep faster. Despite this, there’s evidence that warm milk may provide some psychological benefits to winding down. We connect the drink to memories of Mom, home and the comfort of childhood that can help us relax and decompress. Since it soothes and calms your mind, it may aid in falling asleep. Drink up!
6. Feed a Cold...
...and starve a fever? Forget this old adage; there’s no truth to it. Whether you have a cold or a fever, you should continue to eat normally and push your fluid intake. It’s crucial to stay hydrated, and fluids help your whole body flush out infection. For an extra boost to your immune system, serve up some chicken soup – there’s truth behind this dish’s healing power. Studies have found that it can help to decrease the length of the common cold. As a bonus, inhaling the soup vapor can help clear your sinuses.
7. Snoring On Your Back
Several studies have found that you’re more likely to snore if you sleep on your back as opposed to sleeping on your side. Snoring is caused by the vibration of tissues in your upper airway. When you lay on your back, gravity pulls your tongue downward, and it can slip backward and partially block your airway. This blockage causes increased vibrations, which means more snoring!
8. Swimming and Eating
There’s nothing worse than staring at a pool after lunch. The 30-minute rule was based on the old wives’ tale that while digesting a meal, your blood would be pulled away from your arms and legs, leaving your limbs prone to cramps. In reality, the blood your body needs to digest has no effect on the muscles you need to swim. The only risk you face from swimming is a minor stomach cramp.
9. Cracking & Arthritis
When you stretch your fingers, you create air pockets in your joints where gas builds up. The sound you hear when you crack your knuckles are these gas bubbles bursting. While some research maintains that you may lose grip strength over time, cracking won’t cause arthritis.
10. Drafty Rooms
Sleeping in a room with a draft will not make you sick. This is a riff on the old wives’ tale that going outside with wet hair will cause a cold. While being chilly is unpleasant, it doesn’t make you any more likely to get sick. It’s true that we’re more prone to infection in cold weather, but that’s because we’re indoors more, spreading our germs. If you stay inside your house and blast the heat, you’re also more likely to dry up your body’s protective barriers in your nasal passages, increasing your risk for airborne pathogens. Don’t be afraid of a little cold – it may even stimulate your immune system!
http://www.doctoroz.com/slideshow/truth-or-tale-old-wives-tales#
Mom is always full of tips to keep you safe, happy and healthy – and many of her recommendations have been passed down for generations. But some of these health adages are nothing more than urban legends. Dr. Oz put the most common old wives’ tales under the microscope to find out if they’re fact or fiction. From stress causing graying hair to not swimming after you eat to the link between spicy foods and ulcers and more – learn the truth about the advice you’ve grown up with!
1. Chocolate and Acne
Many people mistakenly believe that breakouts are caused by chocolate treats or greasy foods. In actuality, pimples aren’t caused by diet, stress or even dirty skin. Acne is triggered by hormonal changes (most common in puberty and pregnancy), hereditary factors or certain types of makeup. The good news is that you can enjoy your dessert without worrying about your face! Limit your serving to 1 ounce of dark chocolate per day, which is high in antioxidants and good for your skin.
2. Spicy Foods & Ulcers
Spicy-food lovers rejoice! Although spicy dishes may irritate preexisting ulcers, they won’t cause new ones. This old wives’ tale likely originated because many people mistake the burning they get after eating spicy foods for ulcers. This hot sensation is a natural result of consuming the ingredient capsaicin. If you feel painful burning, you may be suffering from heartburn or acid reflux. Ulcers are caused by the bacteria h. pylori or from taking NSAIDS like ibuprofen or aspirin over a long period of time – they’re not triggered by foods with a spicy kick.
3. Stress and Hair Gray
Going gray is a natural part of the aging process – you can’t blame it on small stresses like traffic jams or running late. Yet there’s new research linking stress to accelerating your hair turning grey. Everyone has stressors in their lives, but when it’s not under control, stress can wreak havoc on your health.
4. Caffeine and Height
Caffeine does not stunt your growth; there’s no link between caffeine consumption and height. Your soda or coffee habit does come with some side effects, as caffeine can cause an increased heart rate and elevated blood pressure along with keeping you awake at night – which is particularly detrimental to children who need more sleep than adults. Dr. Oz recommends limiting caffeine intake to 1 drink per day for kids and 2 drinks for adults. Avoid caffeine after 3 p.m. so that it doesn’t interfere with your sleep
5. Warm Milk and Sleep
Milk contains two sleep promoters: the hormone melatonin and the amino acid tryptophan. The amount of both of these substances in one glass, however, is minute, making it unlikely that a glass of milk would help you fall asleep faster. Despite this, there’s evidence that warm milk may provide some psychological benefits to winding down. We connect the drink to memories of Mom, home and the comfort of childhood that can help us relax and decompress. Since it soothes and calms your mind, it may aid in falling asleep. Drink up!
6. Feed a Cold...
...and starve a fever? Forget this old adage; there’s no truth to it. Whether you have a cold or a fever, you should continue to eat normally and push your fluid intake. It’s crucial to stay hydrated, and fluids help your whole body flush out infection. For an extra boost to your immune system, serve up some chicken soup – there’s truth behind this dish’s healing power. Studies have found that it can help to decrease the length of the common cold. As a bonus, inhaling the soup vapor can help clear your sinuses.
7. Snoring On Your Back
Several studies have found that you’re more likely to snore if you sleep on your back as opposed to sleeping on your side. Snoring is caused by the vibration of tissues in your upper airway. When you lay on your back, gravity pulls your tongue downward, and it can slip backward and partially block your airway. This blockage causes increased vibrations, which means more snoring!
8. Swimming and Eating
There’s nothing worse than staring at a pool after lunch. The 30-minute rule was based on the old wives’ tale that while digesting a meal, your blood would be pulled away from your arms and legs, leaving your limbs prone to cramps. In reality, the blood your body needs to digest has no effect on the muscles you need to swim. The only risk you face from swimming is a minor stomach cramp.
9. Cracking & Arthritis
When you stretch your fingers, you create air pockets in your joints where gas builds up. The sound you hear when you crack your knuckles are these gas bubbles bursting. While some research maintains that you may lose grip strength over time, cracking won’t cause arthritis.
10. Drafty Rooms
Sleeping in a room with a draft will not make you sick. This is a riff on the old wives’ tale that going outside with wet hair will cause a cold. While being chilly is unpleasant, it doesn’t make you any more likely to get sick. It’s true that we’re more prone to infection in cold weather, but that’s because we’re indoors more, spreading our germs. If you stay inside your house and blast the heat, you’re also more likely to dry up your body’s protective barriers in your nasal passages, increasing your risk for airborne pathogens. Don’t be afraid of a little cold – it may even stimulate your immune system!
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