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MythDefied


Is it true? ‘Is it true?’ is the category where CHOICE Community members can discuss fake news and clickbait with the goal of providing some accuracy around consumer issues in the age of ‘fake news’. This continues part of our broader work in the MythDefied category, where we bust common commonly held misconceptions, myths and misinformation surrounding products.
About the MythDefied category [MythDefied] (1)
Is National Geographic loosing it’s credibility? [Is it true?] (5)
Is e10 better than unleaded? Fuel economy, price and performance ( 2 3 ) [MythDefied] (58)
Do eyelash growth serums work? [MythDefied] (5)
Frequent flyer & Loyalty points - are they 'worth it'? ( 2 ) [MythDefied] (30)
Mobile phones and growing horns [Is it true?] (4)
Is sugar as addictive as cocaine or heroin? ( 2 ) [Is it true?] (31)
Toothpaste - Is it the new wonder product? ( 2 ) [Is it true?] (29)
Health star ratings give an easy indicator of a product's nutrition [MythDefied] (8)
Does Caffeine in Shampoo really help reduce or reverse hair loss? ( 2 ) [MythDefied] (26)
What is an 'Essential' Product or Service? [MythDefied] (15)
Do weighted blankets ease anxiety and improve sleep? [MythDefied] (7)
Bag searches: Are they allowed? ( 2 ) [MythDefied] (36)
It's impossible to know which insurers to trust [MythDefied] (9)
Are DIY gut flora testing kits worthwhile or not? [MythDefied] (6)
Is olive oil good or bad for frying? ( 2 3 ) [Is it true?] (48)
Daylight Saving. Friend or foe? ( 2 3 4 ) [MythDefied] (74)
More mattress springs make for a better or more comfortable mattress? [MythDefied] (10)
Will a HEPA vacuum help ease allergies and asthma? [MythDefied] (8)
True or false - You can never really delete your Facebook data ( 2 ) [MythDefied] (26)
Anti-ageing cream - does it work? ( 2 3 ) [MythDefied] (51)
Can you cook salmon in a dishwasher? ( 2 ) [MythDefied] (34)
How much do smart lights cost to run? [MythDefied] (8)
Are clinical laser beauty treatments like IPL safe? [MythDefied] (6)
How long do running shoes last? [MythDefied] (6)
Is it true? "Households advised to run taps for 30 seconds amid lead poisoning fears" [Is it true?] (10)
Should you turn appliances off at the powerpoint? ( 2 3 ) [MythDefied] (42)
Superfoods - do they exist? [MythDefied] (14)
Higher cost doesn't equal better quality - add your example [MythDefied] (13)
The large size pack is always cheaper (?) [MythDefied] (15)