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Health
Yes, studies have found some melatonin supplements contain mislabeled doses
A JAMA study found that the majority of melatonin gummy brands analyzed contained lower or higher quantities of sleep aid melatonin than advertised on the bottle.
Food
Yes, a California bill would ban chemicals found in Skittles and other foods
California is considering a ban on the sale and manufacturing of food products that contain five common additives.
Science
Yes, scientists believe all blue-eyed people came from a common ancestor
All blue-eyed people share a specific genetic trait that leads scientists to believe that all blue-eyed people share an ancestor from 6,000 to 10,000 years ago.
Health
No, sweating does not ‘cleanse’ your body of toxins
Many people use saunas to ‘cleanse’ their bodies. But experts say sweating doesn’t cleanse your body — your liver and kidneys do.
Health
The claim that fentanyl is the leading cause of death for U.S. adults ages 18 to 45 needs context
Viral posts claim fentanyl is the leading cause of death for American adults. But CDC does not track the exact number of fentanyl deaths in the 18 to 45 age group.
Science
Yes, many newer car headlights appear brighter than older car headlights
Have you ever wondered whether headlights are getting brighter? That has to do with the colors our eyes are sensitive to and the direction the lights are pointed in.
Science
Yes, there is a difference between SPF and UPF
While both refer to protection against the sun, SPF is listed on sunscreen while UPF applies to clothing.
Health
Yes, there is a difference between SPF and UPF
SPF is typically used to measure how long sunscreen protects you from the sun. UPF typically measures how much of the sun’s UV rays are blocked by clothing fabric.
Vaccines
No, the FDA did not ban COVID-19 vaccines
The FDA is no longer authorizing the original COVID vaccines for use because an updated shot is more effective. But that’s not the same thing as a ban, experts say.
Science
Was the SpaceX explosion a success or a failure? A little of both
Elon Musk’s private aerospace company hoped its Starship rocket could reach orbit, but didn't expect it to.
Environment
Viral tweet incorrectly identifies clearest lake in the world
A viral post claimed Montana’s Flathead Lake is the clearest lake in the world. That’s false. These are the clearest lakes in the U.S. and world.
Health
Yes, studies have found some melatonin supplements contain mislabeled doses
A JAMA study found that the majority of melatonin gummy brands analyzed contained lower or higher quantities of sleep aid melatonin than advertised on the bottle.
Food
Yes, a California bill would ban chemicals found in Skittles and other foods
California is considering a ban on the sale and manufacturing of food products that contain five common additives.
Science
Yes, scientists believe all blue-eyed people came from a common ancestor
All blue-eyed people share a specific genetic trait that leads scientists to believe that all blue-eyed people share an ancestor from 6,000 to 10,000 years ago.
Health
No, sweating does not ‘cleanse’ your body of toxins
Many people use saunas to ‘cleanse’ their bodies. But experts say sweating doesn’t cleanse your body — your liver and kidneys do.
Health
The claim that fentanyl is the leading cause of death for U.S. adults ages 18 to 45 needs context
Viral posts claim fentanyl is the leading cause of death for American adults. But CDC does not track the exact number of fentanyl deaths in the 18 to 45 age group.
Science
Yes, many newer car headlights appear brighter than older car headlights
Have you ever wondered whether headlights are getting brighter? That has to do with the colors our eyes are sensitive to and the direction the lights are pointed in.
Science
Yes, there is a difference between SPF and UPF
While both refer to protection against the sun, SPF is listed on sunscreen while UPF applies to clothing.
Health
Yes, there is a difference between SPF and UPF
SPF is typically used to measure how long sunscreen protects you from the sun. UPF typically measures how much of the sun’s UV rays are blocked by clothing fabric.
Vaccines
No, the FDA did not ban COVID-19 vaccines
The FDA is no longer authorizing the original COVID vaccines for use because an updated shot is more effective. But that’s not the same thing as a ban, experts say.
Science
Was the SpaceX explosion a success or a failure? A little of both
Elon Musk’s private aerospace company hoped its Starship rocket could reach orbit, but didn't expect it to.
Environment
Viral tweet incorrectly identifies clearest lake in the world
A viral post claimed Montana’s Flathead Lake is the clearest lake in the world. That’s false. These are the clearest lakes in the U.S. and world.
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