10 Accepted Health ‘Facts’ That Are Actually False

Myth no. 8: Eating chocolate regularly gives you acne

Sometimes I really wonder who invents these myths… But no matter who that person is, it’s just one against endless research. Studies have shown that there’s virtually no link between chocolate and acne. And the amount of chocolate you indulge in has anything to do with acne, either.

Still, it might be a grain of truth there… Because following diets high in sugar and fat can indeed result in increased sebum production. But it definitely doesn’t translate to “chocolate intake leads to acne.” Still, we might want to highlight the fact that dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa is better for your health.

Myth no. 9: Coffee consumption stunts growth

There’s virtually no link between coffee consumption and growth. Yet, some people believe this myth. And maybe they want to believe it to scare their children or grandchildren. Although larger amounts of caffeine can somehow limit calcium absorption, the impact is so small that its potential side effects are close to zero.

In fact, when consumed in moderation, black coffee (no creamers or sugar added) has a plethora of health benefits, including keeping Parkinson’s disease at bay, protecting against type 2 diabetes, and decreasing the risk of liver disease. And yes, you should know how much is too much.