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Urban Legends Reference Pages: Old Wives' Tales
Find a brief list of old wives' tales related to luck, good health, hair growth, and other topics. Each includes a link to a detailed explanation of the "myth" and its origins.
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Kids Health: Old Wives' Tales
Will wearing shoes help a baby walk sooner? Does caffeine stunt a child's growth? Does chocolate cause acne? Find old wives' tales about pregnancy, infants, food, coffee, and illness, and answers to the above questions.
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Kids Health: Myths About Acne
Here are six "myths" or old wives' tales about acne, how it is caused, and how it can cured. Learn whether tanning helps clear up acne or if greasy foods cause a person to breakout.
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Old Wives' Tales Won't Predict the Sex of Your Baby
This article discusses old wives' tales that deal with predicting the sex of an unborn baby. Learn about the origins of these myths and whether any of them are partially true.