Debunked Health Myths with Dr. B

In the Book "Tell Me The Truth Doctor," Dr. Besser, also known as Dr. B, debunks health misconception. all of the famous known health myths that has been in practice for years.  Most are afraid to ask their doctors questions, and their is so much information out there it becomes confusing.  The The book is published by Hyperion, ABC's parent company, Disney.  Reading this book may save you time, and money.

• Rinsing Chicken with Cold Water:  No.  Many believe in the tradition of washing off your chicken to wash the film off the grocery stores.  However, the Dr. says that cooking your chicken on at least 165˚degrees will actually kill the germs.

• Should you wash prewashed Lettuce? No.  The lettuce is washed already several times by the company before manufactured.  So washing your lettuce in the sink actually exposes  your salad.

• Can magnetic Jewelry improve your Sports performance? No. It is mental and magnetic Jewelry does not improve Sports performance rather it is a mental state.

• Vitamins gives you more Nutrients: Save the money on vitamins and buy more fruit.  You get the genuine nutrients and antioxidants you need for your health.

• Does Eggs cause high cholesterol?  Eggs do not give you high cholesterol.  Eggs is a good food source. One egg a day is great for your diet.

• Is Washing Hands with Antibacterial Soap Better Than Regular Soap: No.  The myth is that washing your hands with antibacterial soap will make your hands cleaner.  Dr. states that washing your hands vigorously for 20 seconds will actually wash the germs off more effectively.  Washing your hands with antibacterial soap will actually expose you to chemicals that you don't need.

• Cellphones can cause Cancer: Studies have shown that a cellphone can cause cancer.  However, using the phone on speaker or texting, even your pc as an alternative is safer.

• Is there a difference between Tap and Bottled Water: is regulated the same as tap water.  There is more regulation with tap water than bottled water.  Even both go through a cleansing process.  Still most prefer bottled water, as in some areas the Water Filtration System may not be effective enough, hence D.C.?

There you have it.  For more Debunked myths read "Tell Me The Truth, Doctor" by Dr. B.