British Mythbusters Rock Your World

From Lifehacker: Popular Medical Myths Put to Rest.

The British Medical Journal dispels some of the most commonly held medical beliefs, in Festive Medical Myths and Medical Myths.

Some interesting conclusions:

1. We use more than 10% of our brains.
2. Hair and fingernail growth does not continue after death.
3. Reading in low light does not ruin your eyesight.
4. You cannot cure a hangover.
5. Night snacking does not necessarily make you fat.
6. Sugar doesn't cause hyperactivity. Then why do I run laps around my apartment after eating a bag of blue raspberry Sour Straws?
   

Also, the British have some terse words for medical professionals everywhere.

Physicians would do well to understand the evidence supporting their medical decision making. They should at least recognise when their practice is based on tradition, anecdote, or art. While belief in the described myths is unlikely to cause harm, recommending medical treatment for which there is little evidence certainly can. Speaking from a position of authority, as physicians do, requires constant evaluation of the validity of our knowledge. (My emphasis)

Ha! So serious! Lighten up... shoot.

Also, do you remember how you reacted when that snotty boy in 1st grade told you there was no Santa?

I think it's something similar to the reader reactions in Lifehacker's comments. BUT MY MOM SAID HE'S REAL!