1. We only use 10% of our brains:
We only use 10% of our brains: This is a popular misconception that has been perpetuated by Hollywood and pop culture. The idea that we only use 10% of our brain power is simply not true. Our brains are constantly active, even when we’re asleep. All of the brain’s regions are used throughout the day as we think, feel, and move.
2. Free will
Free will: Free will is the belief that humans have the power to choose their own actions, even in the face of obstacles. This belief is widespread, despite being unsupported by scientific evidence. In fact, research suggests that free will may be nothing more than an illusion.
There are a number of reasons why free will is not real scientifically. First, the idea of free will contradicts the laws of physics. For example, Newton’s law of cause and effect states that every action has an equal and opposite reaction. This means that our actions are determined by what came before them, and we have no control over our destiny.
Second, neuroscience research has shown that our decisions are actually made before we’re even aware of them. Studies have found that activity in the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for decision-making, begins up to 10 seconds before we consciously make a choice. This suggests that our decisions are predetermined by brain activity, not by conscious thought.
Third, psychological studies have shown that people often rationalize their choices after the fact, convincing themselves that they made the best decision possible even when it was clearly not the case. This phenomenon is known as “confirmation bias” and it demonstrates how our beliefs can distort our perception of reality.
3. Blue light harms our vision.
Blue light harms our vision: Blue light does not cause permanent damage to our eyesight, although it can cause temporary eye strain. However, too much exposure to blue light can disrupt our sleep patterns by suppressing the production of melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleepiness and wakefulness.
4. GMOs are unsafe to eat
GMOs are not unsafe to eat: There is no evidence that genetically modified foods are any less safe than traditional foods. In fact, GMO crops are often more resistant to pests and diseases, which can lead to higher yields and lower prices for consumers.
5. Homeopathy is an effective treatment for illness
Homeopathy is a pseudoscientific practice based on the belief that diluting a substance and taking it orally will cure illnesses. There is no scientific evidence to support this claim, and homeopathic remedies have been found to be no more effective than placebo in clinical trials.
