CoronaMyths.
There are so many myths emerging every day regarding things that supposedly help prevent or cure corona.
While some might not be harmful, others can be extremely damaging, so here are some of the facts I've gathered from S C I E N C E.
GARLIC: The WHO (World Health Organization) says that while it is "a healthy food that may have some antimicrobial properties", there's no evidence that eating garlic can protect people from the new coronavirus.
MIRACLE MINERALS: The FDA says "it is not aware of any research showing that miracle mineral supplement (MMS) are safe or effective for treating any illness".
HOMEMADE HAND SANITIZERS: Professor Sally Bloomfield, at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, says she does not believe you could make an effective product for sanitizing hands at home - even vodka only contains 40% alcohol. So stick to good ole' soap.
DRINKABLE SILVER: There's clear advice from the US health authorities that there's no evidence this type of silver solution is effective for any health condition. More importantly, it could cause serious side effects including kidney damage, seizures and argyria - a condition that makes your skin turn blue. So, please stay away from this one.
DRINKING WATER EVERY 15 MIN: Infections like coronaviruses enter the body via the respiratory tract when you breathe in. Some of them might go into your mouth, but even constantly drinking water isn't going to prevent you from catching the virus. Of course, you need to drink a good amount of water, but don't believe that by just doing so, you'll be safe from the virus.
AVOIDING ICE CREAM: Charlotte Gornitzka, who works for Unicef on coronavirus misinformation, says: "A recent erroneous online message...purporting to be a Unicef communication appears to indicate that avoiding ice cream and other cold foods can help prevent the onset of the disease. This is, of course, wholly untrue."
Hoping this helps.
