Common Myths That Have Been Debunked By Science

Eating Ice Cream Doesn't Make Your Illnesses Worse

For some reason, people have perpetuated the myth that ice cream will worsen respiratory illnesses like colds and cases of flu. Ice cream doesn't just help sore throats, but the protein and sugar in the ice cream will replace lost calories from lack of appetite. Also, dairy doesn't increase mucous production, contrary to popular belief.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.