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Diabetes: Dispelling 11 common myths In this edition of Medical Myths, we focus on diabetes. We discuss natural "cures," physical activity, driving, prediabetes, and more.

Does sugar really make children hyperactive? Most parents are convinced that sugar causes hyperactivity in children. Surprisingly, scientific evidence does not back up this theory.

6 common myths about sugar In this edition of Medical Myths, we tackle the sweet stuff: sugar. We cover a range of misconceptions, from hyperactive kids to diabetes.

Sweetened coffee or tea may not carry health risks Recent research carried out in a cohort of male participants suggests that adding a little sugar to coffee or tea has no significant association with heightened risks for diabetes or early death.

The word “muscle” comes from the Latin term meaning “little mouse.“ It's said that Ancient Romans thought that's what flexed bicep muscles resembled.

Human teeth are just as tough as shark teeth.

Nurses make up the largest single component of hospital staff and are the primary providers of hospital patient care.

The words "BSN preferred" are popping up much more frequently in classified ads for registered nurses nationwide. (In other words, even if you're registered nurse, now's the time to get your BSN.)

Occupational therapy was founded by three men and three women in 1917—that's three years before women could vote.

Occupational therapy techniques date back to 100 BC, when a Greek physician named Asclepiades used OT techniques to treat mental illness.