BREAKING! Dr. Eric Berg: 10 Popular Health “Hacks” That Are Completely Fake!
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Discover 10 popular health hacks that are completely fake – including a $280M-a-year treatment that’s both ineffective and dangerous. Find out why these ‘hacks’ don’t work and what to avoid!
#10 is the worst—it’s not even a hack. It’s a treatment that makes $280M a year, doesn’t really work, and is extremely dangerous.
From “detox” teas to miracle supplements, the internet is full of health trends promising quick fixes. Some sound scientific, others are straight-up ridiculous, but all share one thing: they don’t work.
You may have tried some of these, but here’s why they’re all scams.
1/ Ear candling
Some believe lighting a candle in the ear creates suction that removes wax.
A doctor of audiology tested the inside of the ear before and after ear candling. The result? No difference.
The wax you see is from the candle itself, not your ear.
Save your money.
2/ Gallbladder flush
The idea: drink 12 oz of olive oil to flush out gallstones.
The reality: this can be dangerous. I tried it and nearly choked when the mixture solidified in my throat.
What people see in the toilet aren’t gallstones—gallstones sink, but these float.
3/ The master cleanse
Lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and maple syrup—sounds like a detox plan, right?
But it spikes blood sugar fluctuations, blocks ketosis, and triggers sugar cravings.
For a real detox, eat cruciferous veggies—they support liver enzymes and natural cleansing.
4/ Foot detox pads
They turn black overnight, supposedly pulling “toxins” from your body.
The reality? A chemical reaction turns the pads black. Pour water on them, you’d get the same effect.
And your skin doesn’t have detox pathways—it only sweats out excess sodium and water.
5/ Foot detox baths
Electrode-charged foot baths that claim to remove toxins, turning the water brown.
In reality, it’s just a rust—created by a chemical reaction between the salt and the electrodes.
Your body detoxes through the liver and kidneys, not through your feet.
6/ Ab belts
Sweat belts and electrical stimulation belts claim to burn belly fat.
The truth? You can’t sweat fat away, and passive muscle contractions won’t build abs.
A proper diet and exercise are the only ways to achieve this.
7/ Blood type diets
Some claim different blood types require specific diets.
But there’s no scientific evidence supporting this.
People feel better on these diets not because of their blood type—but because they’re eating real food instead of junk.
8/ EMF blockers
Tiny stickers that claim to block radiations from your cell phone.
The truth? Tiny stickers on your phone won’t block radiation.
A physicist confirmed this: the only way to block EMFs is with a solid metal shield—which would also block your phone’s signal.
9/ Carb blockers
These supplements claim to let you eat carbs without gaining weight.
They contain white bean extract, which slightly slows starch absorption—but only by 2% or less.
To block all the carbs in a donut, you’d have to take 9 bottles—totally impractical.
10/ Psychiatric medication & ECT
Many psychiatric drugs are based on the theory that depression is caused by low serotonin levels. But recent studies debunked this theory.
Many psychiatric drugs show results no better than a placebo, with serious side effects.
But worse? ECT.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)—where doctors send electric shocks through the brain.
It claims to treat depression, but its effects are temporary, risks are severe, and some get it without consent.
It’s a multi-million dollar industry, which is why the dangers remain hidden.
A lot of so-called “health hacks” and treatments sound great—but many are ineffective, misleading, or downright dangerous.
Some are just marketing gimmicks.
Before trying anything, always do your research and question the science behind it.
SOURCE: Dr. Eric Berg- ” A bit about me: I am the creator of Healthy Keto® & Intermittent Fasting protocols. I educate millions on nutrition and wellness, empowering over 100M people to make healthier choices. Follow me for evidence-based insights to improve your health and vitality.
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