Is swallowing citrus seeds actually dangerous

Citrus, Fruits, Blood Sugar

It happens in a split second. You squeeze fresh lemon into a drink or over a meal, take a sip or bite and realize a seed slipped through. While it might cause a brief moment of concern, medical experts say there is usually no reason to worry. The human body is well equipped to handle […]

Is swallowing gum actually bad for you

Gum, Swallow, Sugar

Most people grew up hearing some version of the same warning, swallow a piece of gum and it will sit in your stomach for seven years. It’s the kind of claim that sounds just plausible enough to make anyone pause mid chew. But according to medical experts, the long standing tale simply does not hold […]