Flight myths debunked: Expert reveals why THIS common fear is completely untrue

A fear of flying, aerophobia, can hinder any traveller wanting to head abroad if they aren’t willing to go on a plane. Despite flights being much safer than other modes of transportation, many still fear the worst such as the plane crashing. Christopher Paul Jones, a therapist known as The Breakthrough Expert, helps people get […]

6 myths about lifting weights that you need to stop believing

Maria Fernandez Gonzalez/Unsplash Strength training is effective because you continue to burn calories even after the workout is over. Weight lifting won’t make you bulky. You don’t have to spend hours the gym to reap the benefits of lifting weights. If you spend any time on social media, you’re bound to come across some pretty […]

Scientists debunk harmful poinsettias, cookie dough and other holiday season myths and misconceptions

Are poinsettias really poisonous? Are snowflakes really pure as the driven snow? Does feasting really put on the pounds? Sure as sugarplums, myths and misconceptions pop up every holiday season. Here’s what science says about some of them: CBC | Health News

The 7 Myths of the GOP Tax Bill

Republicans are making some heady claims about their hastily constructed, historically unpopular tax legislation. “If we do this, then America will win again like never, ever before,” President Trump said in a speech touting the legislation this week. “A vote to cut taxes is a vote to put America first again. We want to do […]

How CYCLES + SEX Busts Myths and Taboos About Sex, Reproductive Health, and Gender

LA readers should head to this weekend’s CYCLES + SEX, an all-day event at The Springs in DTLA that brings together the top experts and leaders in the areas of sexual and reproductive health to talk all things hormones, menstruation, gender, body awareness, and more. Speakers include actress and filmmaker Rickie Lake (The Business of […]

Can too much sugar cause NIGHTMARES? Bizarre myths believed by children reveals

While 95 per cent of youngsters know exercise and healthy eating is important, they are unsure how their bodies work and some health messages are misunderstood, a new survey has found. For example, 51 per cent of six to nine-year-olds know protein repairs muscles, but 14 per cent also think it helps people see in […]