Myth or Fact: Can Eating Oranges Cure Mouth Ulcers? Dear PRAMITA friends, mouth ulcers may be small, but they can make eating and speaking activities uncomfortable. The stinging pain can appear on the tongue, lips, gums, roof of the mouth, and even under the tongue. Although they may seem minor, mouth ulcers have many causes—and surprisingly, not just from a lack of vitamin C! Mouth ulcers can appear due to accidental bites, stress, lack of sleep, a weakened immune system, or nutritional i...

Many PRAMITA friends are still confused: is it true that cucumbers should be avoided during menstruation because they can cause problems like vaginal discharge, cysts, or even uterine cancer? The answer: that is just a myth. Cucumber is a fruit rich in water (about 95%) and contains essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, C, K, magnesium, and folate. In fact, these nutrients are beneficial for maintaining fluid balance, relieving menstrual cramps, and supporting the immune system....

Myth or Fact: Does Drinking Ice During Menstruation Cause Cysts? Dear PRAMITA friends, many people still believe that drinking ice water during menstruation can cause cysts. Some say that cold water can cause menstrual blood to clot or stay in the uterus, eventually triggering cyst growth in the ovaries. But is that true? Let’s explore the medical facts! The answer: It’s just a myth. To this day, there is no scientific evidence that drinking ice water can cause ovarian cysts. Ovarian cyst...

Myth or Fact: Can Carrots Reduce Nearsightedness? For most PRAMITA friends, the benefits of carrots for vision are likely familiar. This orange vegetable is indeed known for maintaining eye health. But is it true that eating carrots can cure nearsightedness? What is Nearsightedness? Nearsightedness, or myopia, is a condition where someone has difficulty seeing distant objects. This occurs because the eyeball is longer than normal, causing the image to fall in front of the retina instead o...

Worm infections remain a health issue that often occurs in children, especially in tropical areas like Indonesia. Unfortunately, not all parents fully understand this condition. A lot of misleading information circulates and actually slows down the right treatment. Therefore, it is important for PRAMITA friends to distinguish between myths and facts. Myth 1: Worm infections only happen to dirty children. Fact: Children who actively play outdoors are indeed at higher risk, but that doesn’t me...

Some PRAMITA friends may often receive instructions to fast before undergoing laboratory tests. But is it true that all blood tests must be done when the body is in a fasted state? Why Do Some Tests Require Fasting? Fasting before laboratory tests is intended to ensure the results are more accurate and not influenced by previously consumed food or drink. Several blood components can change significantly after eating, such as blood sugar and fat levels. If not fasting, the results might show...