Most of us have heard the saying, âan apple a day keeps the doctor awayâ, or that you should drink at least eight glasses of water a day. But how much truth is there to such old wives' health tips? Growing up hearing certain sayings and tips resulted in many of us believing that theyâre all true. But certain âcommon knowledgeâ health tips are actually relative to each individual, while others are not true at all. For example, many of us as teenagers heard that chocolate was a cause of acne. And, in fact, this âhealth tipâ continues to circulate among both teenagers and adults today. However, the truth is that acne is not caused by any specific type of food, including chocolate. Acne is, in fact, beyond your biological control, as itâs linked to the levels of testosterone in your body. So, rather than foregoing chocolate to keep your skin clear, a more effective way to combat acne is to cleanse your skin regularly to clear bacteria, or to use specialized acne medications. Another common health tip is that you should drink eight glasses of water a day. While this is an estimate for the average person, the truth ...
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