Do not shower during a thunderstorm and other ‘myths’ that are actually true

I’ve had trust issues ever since I found out chewing gum was being swallowed doesn’t actually sit in the stomach for seven to eight years. But have you ever dismissed something as an old women’s tale only to find out that it really was? true – twere science, math and reason actually on the side of the old women (go feminism)? Here is some general advice that is actually useful, and the science behind it.

Do not shower during a thunderstorm

I’ve always assumed that my father was just trying to scare me with the thought that I might get electrocuted in the process showering during a thunderstorm. And it looks like I am not alone. But aApparently my father wasn’t kidding: Die National weather service officially recommends not bathing or showering during a storm. Just like you should Unplug your electronics before a thunderstorm, You don’t want to put yourself at risk Overload through the water.

Go outside without a jacket? You Power catch a cold

We’ve all heard that you have to band together, or youI will catch a cold. The fact is that it is cold not cause a cold (and don’t go outside with your hair wet). This misconception could be due to colds and flu do the rounds every winterwhat if it … well.

However, some research suggests it cold temperatures weaken your immune systemand with it your ability to fight off infection. But to get sick, you have to be too exposed to a germ; Colds happen when viruses get into your mouth, nose, or eyes (usually after being around an infected person). So also with research that The bottom line is that walking outside without a proper jacket doesn’t make you feel sick, but it’s still a good idea to wear one. To protect yourself from germs, read our guide Prepare for cold and flu season during a pandemic.

Don’t put a cotton swab in your ear

It turns out that there is such a thing as cleaning your ears even Good. Corresponding Health lineSending the cotton swab deep into the ducts can lead to complications such as injury and infection. Not only do your ears clean themselves, but also your precious ear wax serves many purposes and should not be scratched away at random. It prevents your ears from getting too dry, traps dirt, and prevents bacteria from penetrating deeper into your ear. You may want to reconsider the next trip of this Q-tip.

Order a large pizza through two media

Have you ever got into a heated argument about how many pizzas to order for your Rager? Well, the math is in: the bigger the pizza, the higher the value for money. Do the numbers and you will find that one 18-inch pizza is more pizza than two 12-inch pizzas. If you want Save your brain power, we checked the math off Here.

The five-second rule is technically untrue…

… but you are probably fine anyway. this widespread and controversial “Rule” that you can safely eat food off the floor within five seconds is in no way scientifically proven. At the same time, you probably will get away with it as long as the Soil is in question relatively clean. So after you’ve ordered your big pizza, you can drop it on the floor and eat it too. And personally? The five-second rule is an integral part of my War on food waste.

Now, with science as a witness, it is time for me to try and conquer my fear of swallowing watermelon seeds.