Old Wives' Tales: fact or fiction?

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Old Wives' Tales: fact or fiction?
By staff writer, Orig. posted 10.25.03

You've probably heard them all, "Eating carrots is good for your eyes," "Don't cross your eyes; they'll stay that way," "You'll go deaf listening to loud music." Take our fun poll and then read the article by Patricia King to see whether there is fact of fiction behind these and 10 other old wives' tales.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
True False
If you swallow gum, it takes seven years for your body to digest it.
True False
Sitting too close to the television is bad for your eyes.
True False
Fish is brain food.
True False
You'll catch a cold if you go outside with wet hair.
True False
Eat the crust of the bread — it's especially good for you.
True False
Stress and spicy foods cause ulcers.
True False
Eating carrots is good for your eyes.
True False
You'll be healthier if your head points to the south when you sleep.
True False
Don't cross your eyes; they'll stay that way.
True False
Don't crack your knuckles — it causes arthritis.
True False
You'll go deaf listening to loud music.
True False
Having sex can induce labor.
True False