Tag: Health misconceptions

Red yeast rice is the product of fermenting white rice with the filamentous fungus *Monascus purpureus*, not a traditional yeast like the one used for baking. This crucial distinction often surprises people who assume the name refers to standard baker's yeast.

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), nutrition labels list a variety of vitamins and minerals, but no single nutrient is simply named 'Nutrient 8'. The term is not a standard part of human dietary guidelines, but its meaning depends on the specific context in which it is used.

According to poison control centers, accidental ingestion of household substances is a serious risk, and the phrase 'sofa water' often stems from a dangerous misconception. This article clarifies why drinking any liquid found in or on a sofa is a severe health hazard, and what the safer alternative, 'soda water', actually is.

Despite a persistent myth, consuming ice does not dehydrate you; it provides hydration just like liquid water. The misconception that ice dehydrates you is often linked to inefficient hydration methods, the deceptive feeling of satiety, and physiological responses that occur in cold environments.

According to nutrition comparisons, a standard chocolate frosted donut from Dunkin' has 280 calories and 13 grams of sugar, while their blueberry muffin clocks in at 460 calories and 43 grams of sugar. For those assuming the muffin was the better choice, these figures reveal a stark and often misunderstood nutritional reality.

The human body requires a complex array of vitamins to function optimally, but not all vitamins are created equal. A common point of confusion exists between riboflavin, a water-soluble B vitamin, and vitamin D3, a fat-soluble vitamin with a completely different function. This guide clarifies why these two essential nutrients are distinct and explains the critical roles each plays in maintaining your health.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) suggests a daily caffeine limit of 400 mg for most healthy adults. However, many people search using the mistaken phrase, "How much caffeine a day is NAD?", confusing the biological coenzyme with a colloquial term for what is okay or good. This article clarifies that important distinction.

Research confirms that all tea derived from the *Camellia sinensis* plant contains trace levels of nicotine, with black tea typically containing slightly higher amounts than green or white tea, although the quantities are medically insignificant.

A common point of confusion arises because of similarly-sounding abbreviations, but BCO is not the same as B12, nor is it a vitamin at all. The term is often encountered in vastly different contexts like international shipping or poultry farming, or as a brand abbreviation.

Despite its fluffy and airy appearance, a standard serving of cotton candy contains zero grams of fat. This may come as a surprise to many, who often associate the treat with unhealthy carnival foods, but the truth lies in its simple, low-fat composition.