Tag: Wellness fads

Historically, human breastmilk has been used as a folk remedy, but modern medical experts are now unanimous: there are no proven health benefits for healthy adults. The question, 'Can adults take breastmilk?', is increasingly relevant as it becomes a popular but unscientific wellness trend.

The World Health Organization recommends limiting daily salt intake to less than 5 grams, yet social media trends have popularized the idea of drinking salt water daily for perceived health benefits. Despite anecdotal claims, medical experts confirm this practice is overwhelmingly dangerous and lacks scientific support, posing serious risks to your kidneys, heart, and overall health.

The World Health Organization includes activated charcoal on its list of essential medicines for treating certain poisonings, indicating its proven medical efficacy in specific emergencies. However, its popular rise as a daily wellness supplement for general detoxification, teeth whitening, and skin care is based on far less scientific evidence.

Despite claims in some online wellness circles, scientists have definitively stated that there are no scientifically proven benefits for healthy adults drinking breast milk. The notion that this 'liquid gold' is a health elixir for adults is a widespread myth that ignores significant health hazards.

While activated charcoal is used medically to treat poisonings and overdoses, its trendy application in coffee for daily "detox" purposes is largely unsupported by scientific evidence. So, can I add activated charcoal to my coffee and safely reap any health benefits? Experts say the practice comes with significant risks.

While transdermal patches have proven effective for delivering certain medications like nicotine and hormones, experts remain skeptical about the efficacy of most wearable vitamins for systemic nutritional benefits. Wearable vitamins promise to deliver nutrients directly into the bloodstream through the skin, bypassing the digestive system.

According to a 2019 study on bariatric patients, those using vitamin patches were significantly more likely to develop vitamin deficiencies compared to those taking oral supplements. This stark finding highlights a critical question: Are patches a good way to get vitamins, or is this modern wellness trend overhyped and ineffective?

According to a 2013 Harvard study, drinking fruit juice daily was associated with an increased risk of developing diabetes. While green juice is often marketed as a health elixir, many enthusiasts are unaware of the significant disadvantage of green juice, from concentrated sugars to nutrient imbalances, that can undermine their health goals.

Celtic sea salt contains trace minerals like magnesium and potassium, which are often cited for potential health benefits. However, the daily consumption of Celtic salt is a nuanced topic that requires understanding its mineral content, its sodium levels, and its potential impact on overall health. This article explores whether you should take Celtic salt every day and what precautions are necessary.

Viral social media videos promoting the 'pink salt trick'—mixing pink salt with water and lemon—have garnered millions of views. But is the pink salt trick real, or is it another unproven wellness fad overpromising instant results?