Popular ‘Old Wive’s Tales’ DEBUNKED!
We have always been led to believe that "we couldn't go swimming after we ate"...NOT TRUE. Was the "chastity belt really built to keep men out" NOT TRUE? "Did we evolve from chimps?" NOT TRUE! The website is called Information is Beautiful, and they've assembled a list of the most popular myths, which are still propagated on the internet, but really are not true. Here are a list of 10;
- 1
Don't Eat Then Swim
Wrong! Eating then swimming does not increase the risk of cramps. Alcohol is more the culprit here. Eating food before you swim might make you short of breath when you're swimming.
- 2
We Evolved From Chimps
Not so, we share a common ancestor called "bonobos" but we did not evolve from chimps. Bonobos lived between 5 to 8 million years ago.
- 3
Chastity Belts
You're gonna love this one! Chastity belts were not made to lock up the "lady parts, They were invented by prudes in the 19th century to prevent masturbation. Now stop your self didalige!
- 4
Bats Are Blind
Bats can actually see very well and can also use echolocation. Don't judge them on their creepy looks. They have sweet personalities and they're awesome!
- 5
Don't Wake Sleep Walkers
You must wake a sleep walker! They might be a bit confused, but that's not a bad thing. There is a greater chance that they might hurt themselves if you don't wake them up.
- 6
Bulls Hate Red
C'mon, we all know bulls are actually color blind. When they're getting ready to gore some poor matador, the bull is reacting to the motion of his cloth as the perceived threat.
- 7
Dogs Sweat By Salivating
Not so, they regulate their temperature through panting. They sweat through their footpads. Who knew!
- 8
Viking's Horned Helmets
They were not invented by the vikings to look more like tough guys, They were actually invented by a 19th century costume designer for a Wagner opera.
- 9
Goldfish Have a 3 Second Memory
Goldfish, certainly not the most brilliant fish in the flock, but their memory lasts for 3 months, not 3 seconds like many of our politicians.
- 10
Electric Fan At Night
This is a myth that originated in South Korea that by turning a fan on at night can be deadly. The only way a fan can be dangerous at night is if you turn it on and then cuddle with it.