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EPISODE · Jan 2, 2026 · 10 MIN

Debunking 10 Common Myths About the Human Body

from Your Body On · host Your Body On

We've all heard the advice to drink milk for stronger bones because it's rich in calcium. But is it really that simple? And can we truly use more than 10% of our brain? Do apples keep the doctor away? Explore these questions and more as we debunk common myths about the human body. Timeline: 00:00 10 Body Myths Debunked 00:33 Milk is good for you and your bones 01:43 An apple a day keeps the doctor away 02:31 Humans have five senses 03:09 Wait an hour after eating before swimming 03:50 Shaving makes hair grow back thicker 04:24 Nails and hair grow after death 05:00 Cracking knuckles leads to arthritis 05:26 You use only 10% of your brain 05:56 You have to sweat to have a good workout 06:39 Hot water removes more germs 00:00: 10 Body Myths Debunked00:33: Milk is good for you and your bones01:43: An apple a day keeps the doctor away02:31: Humans have five senses03:09: Wait an hour after eating before swimming03:50: Shaving makes hair grow back thicker04:24: Nails and hair grow after death05:00: Cracking knuckles leads to arthritis05:26: You use only 10% of your brain05:56: You have to sweat to have a good workout06:39: Hot water removes more germs #bodymyths #health #science #debunkingmyths #calcium #brainusage #apples #humanbody See show notes: https://inlet.fm/your-body-on/episodes/67dda413e7a265c57f7e0ebb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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