Graphic by Nate BartonA common saying is that people should be drinking eight cups of water a day, and the more water a person drinks, the better. The result of this saying can be seen in Pepperdine students, who often bring huge bottles of water with them everywhere. However, despite the sweeping presence of this concept, it's more of a myth than a scientific fact.The … [Read more...] about Don’t Believe Health Myths
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Vitamin C Doesn’t Cure Colds
Graphic by Nate Barton Ever heard someone say that drinking orange juice or taking a vitamin C supplement helps combat a cold? Nearly everyone has, but studies show that that vitamin C has little effect on colds. With the number of students who catch colds during the year, it would be nice if there was a surefire way to prevent illness, but the answer is not vitamin … [Read more...] about Vitamin C Doesn’t Cure Colds
