How Much of What We "Know" Is Actually Wrong?

Hmmm... do you only believe research papers, educational articles, and what the news or online media tells you?

Think about how much of "common knowledge" has been completely debunked over the years...

Over 50% of what we once thought was true in medicine has been proven wrong.

❌ Fat is bad for you? Nope, healthy fats are essential.

❌ Ulcers come from stress? Nope, it's bacteria!

❌ Opioids were "safe" for pain? Look how that turned out...

❌ Babies should sleep on their stomachs? That actually increased SIDS risk!

❌ Antibiotics cure all infections? Not if it’s a virus!

❌ Saturated fat is the villain? Actually, sugar and inflammation are bigger culprits.

❌ MRI scans for back pain are always helpful? Most cases resolve without them.

So... what other "facts" did we believe proven completely wrong? 🤔

How Much Is Driven by Business & Marketing?

❌ Smoking was once recommended by doctors? Yes! Advertisements claimed cigarettes were good for digestion and relaxation.

❌ Sugar was "harmless"? Decades of industry-funded research blamed fat instead of sugar for heart disease.

❌ Cereal is the best breakfast? Marketing made us believe this, but it's often just processed sugar.

❌ Soda is refreshing and hydrating? It actually dehydrates you and contributes to metabolic disorders.

❌ More medicine always equals better health? Over prescription is a major issue today.

We only use 10% of our brains. (We use all parts!)
Hair and fingernails continue to grow after death. (Nope, it's skin retraction.)
Shaving makes hair grow back thicker. (It doesn't.)
Reading in dim light ruins your eyesight. (It can cause strain, but not permanent damage.)
You should drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. (Individual needs vary.)
Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis. (It's harmless.)

Medical knowledge is constantly evolving. Stay informed and consult with your healthcare provider.