Body Myths
Separating health facts from fiction with science-backed research.
The 8 Glasses of Water Myth
Do you really need to drink eight glasses of water every day?
Cracking Knuckles Causes Arthritis
That satisfying crack might not be as harmful as you think.
You Need 8 Hours of Sleep
Sleep needs vary more than this common advice suggests.
Eating Late Makes You Gain Weight
Timing matters less than what and how much you eat.
Muscle Turns to Fat Without Exercise
Muscle and fat are completely different tissues.
Sugar Makes Kids Hyperactive
Research shows this is more about context than chemistry.