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Myth busters
Common wellness claims, taken apart.
Myth buster · not news"No added sugar" means no sugar?
Many juices with no added sugar still contain free sugars.
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Myth buster · not newsAutumn means it is time for big tonics?
Seasonal TCM wellness adjusts to the person — not everyone needs tonics.
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Myth buster · not newsRainy day = everyone has "dampness"?
Weather is the environment; constitution is personal. They are not the same thing.
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Myth buster · not newsThe more herbal "cooling" tea, the better?
Most cooling teas are cold in nature and not for everyone, every day.
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Myth buster · not newsGinger tea "detoxes" you?
"Detox" is not an accurate TCM or medical claim.
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Myth buster · not newsOne acupoint fixes everything?
Acupressure supports relaxation — it is not a replacement for a professional assessment or seeing a doctor.
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Myth buster · not newsIced drinks always harm you?
It depends on how much and who you are — not a blanket rule.
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Myth buster · not newsLate-night snacks always hurt digestion?
TCM is not an absolute ban after a set hour. The concern is a heavy, cold, greasy late meal — especially if the Spleen already feels weak or damp. A small warm snack is not a pile of iced dessert.
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Myth buster · not newsNo water with meals?
TCM is not an absolute ban — the point is small, warm sips. Large iced drinks are what to watch.
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