45 Myths People Believe Are True Despite the Fact That They’re Actually Very, Very False
Turning Into Chewbacca
This myth is more of an illusion than anything else. Because shaved hair has a dark tip, and the shaved spot will eventually grow stubble, the hair in that spot is more noticeable. It’s not actually thicker or darker, though — you’re just paying more attention to it.
So, while your hair may appear different while it’s growing back, don’t bother shaving everything in the hopes that it’ll grow faster and look more luscious in the end.
Fists of Mass Destruction
We’re not really sure how this myth started but it’s entirely untrue. If laws were to go down that road, people would have to register all sorts of things! Do lawyers need to give people a disclaimer that they may be persuaded by them?
Do writers need to warn those around them that they may inspire one of their characters? Does Nick Cannon need to register his nether regions as likely to impregnate you? See? It’s a completely illogical way of thinking!
Flash Away
This myth was so widespread that even local news stations were warning people not to do this! One theory is that the myth was started by police because people would flash their lights at other cars to warn them that cops were up ahead.
To be clear, we don’t know for a fact that this is the myth’s origin, but some people do believe it. Either way, feel free to flash your lights at other cars if you choose to. Hopefully, they’ll recognize it as a friendly gesture.
Adding Some Flavor
First of all, the idea that MSG is a Chinese product is completely inaccurate, as the flavoring is used in many cultures around the world. In terms of being unhealthy, MSG is like any other artificial flavoring in that if you use too much of it, it’s an issue.
However, as long as you’re cooking with reasonable amounts of this product, you’ll be perfectly fine. Like with any other food, it’s all about moderation.
There are certain concepts that just seem to stand the test of time — no matter how wrong they are. Some of these myths were taught to us as children, and we never learned otherwise. Others are portrayed in the media so consistently that we don’t think to question them. Whatever the reason that we believed this misinformation, we’re shocked to learn that we’ve been deeply misinformed.