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5 most common misconceptions about our bodies

There are many urban legends and old wives' tales about human body, health and remedies.Below are 5 common misconceptions about our bodies that may actually sound true.

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Written By: Longjam Dineshwori | Updated: March 25, 2020, 10:32 PM

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It is always exciting to learn about how our body works. The more you know about how your body works, the better you can take care of it. If you know your body well, it would become easier to make a decision on what to eat, what to avoid, how to exercise, etc. There’s a lot of information on the internet about health, nutrition, and fitness. But are all reliable? Also, there are many urban legends and old wives' tales about human body, health and remedies. Don’t just believe them without even knowing the facts. Believing in such myths could damage your health. We care for your health and so we have listed some common myths about the human body. Below are 5 common misconceptions about our bodies that may actually sound true. We set the record straight.

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Appendix

The appendix has no known function: The appendix is considered as a useless intestinal tube that has no function. The fact - it is a reservoir for microbes that help us fight disease. It also helps to form white blood cells and certain types of antibodies during our early years.

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Nose-bleed

Tilt your head back when you get a nosebleed: Doing so could actually be dangerous as this will increase risk of choking and swallowing blood. Experts suggest blowing your nose when bleeding starts. This may increase the flow initially but will clear the nasal passage.