The world is full of products that will supposedly help you lose weight, keep your wrinkles at bay, and put you in the midst of peak health. But how much do these “miracle” products actually work?
We live in a world where everyday people have two different options. You can either take the longer route in life, or you can invest a little more money into a few shortcuts. What we mean is that modern technology and innovation has allowed us to become overrun with products that will supposedly help us in life. There are creams that will reportedly slow down the signs of aging. There are products that will presumably help you lose weight without having to go to the gym. There are even medicines out there that will possibly help you fight against what you think are going to be lifelong illnesses.
Of course, most people are enticed by the shortcuts, which is why they shell out their hard-earned money on these products that supposedly provide them with a “miracle.” However, sometimes it’s important to remember that the companies who make these products or sell these services will obviously want to win over their customers. That doesn’t mean that their results are legitimate, and it seems as though these products aren’t so miraculous…
Colloidal Silver
Colloidal silver was once extremely popular among our ancient Greek ancestors, but what the records don’t show is that these ancestors probably suffered after using this supposed “miracle” cure. This product will reportedly help you fight away nasty bacteria, stop yourself from contracting the plague, and even cure auto-immune diseases.
However, you probably don’t need us to tell you that isn’t the truth. The only thing that colloidal silver does is turn your skin blue for the rest of your life. It’s also known to be extremely dangerous, as it can also cause seizures and kidney damage. So, it’s probably best to give this one a miss.
Bee Stings
If you’ve never heard of bee sting therapy before, you might want to sit down for this one. It seems as though more and more people are taking a leaf out of ancient cave drawings, that supposedly shows our ancestors stinging themselves with bees to cure their ailments.
Since then, bee stings have reportedly been linked to cures for multiple sclerosis, arthritis, and chronic pain. Of course, there are many people in this world who are allergic to bee stings, so this should be enough to stop you from doing this if you find yourself suffering. As if that wasn’t enough, there has also been no scientific evidence to suggest that bee stings can help you in any way.
Toning Sneakers
Although they may not be the most attractive sneakers in the world, there’s a high chance that you have seen both women and men wearing these about time. Of course, you probably understand why people would be enticed by them. These kinds of toning sneakers offer people the chance to wander around as they normally would, while also toning up their calves and their derriere, and also burn more calories in the process.
Many people believe this because the appearance of these sneakers are completely different from everyday shoes you would buy from the store. The extra-large heel must be the miracle addition, right? Well, countless studies have noted that these toning sneakers don’t do anything to help your toning exploits.
Himalayan Salt Lamps
Let’s be honest; Himilayan salt is used within various different aspects of society. You can add this stuff to your relaxing bath, you can use it to season your food, and you can even buy it in the form of a lamp. These lamps have become extremely popular over the years, and this is large because they are associated with relieving the air of negative toxins.
In turn, this will supposedly help to boost your mood, improve your immune system, and even help you sleep. While there are some people who do swear by this product, there seems to be no scientific research to suggest that a Himalayan salt lamp does what is advertised.
Edible Clay
Although it may seem pretty strange to eat clay, that’s exactly what many people are doing around the world right now. Eating edible clay has risen in popularity over the years, as it’s been suggested that this stuff will cure any ailment you may have. It’s reportedly helped people rid themselves of constipation, hair loss, and the common cold.
This edible clay isn’t cheap, but these people are more than willing to shell out for this stuff, and then chow down on it on a regular basis. However, it should probably come as no surprise to learn that there is no scientific research to back this up. Experts have actually warned people against eating this clay, as it can cause blockages within your body.
The Shake Weight
The Shake Weight may be known for the hilarious images and videos of people using the product, but it’s fair to say that millions of them have still been sold across the globe. This weighted dumbbell is reported “seven times more effective” than a normal dumbbell, and all you need to do is shake it around to give your arms a good workout.
Despite the fact that many men and women find the process extremely fun and entertaining, there has been very little evidence to suggest that the Shake Weight really is more effective than going to the gym and using a normal dumbbell.
Black Salve
Many of the modern medicines we use today have come from our ancestors, and the same can be said for black salve. This treatment can actually be traced back to Native Americans, who created this salve from bloodroot. These ancient people used the salve to treat many of their ailments, and today, there are some people who believe that it can destroy cancerous tissue.
In fact, those with skin cancer and other skin conditions have slathered this salve on their skin to help heal themselves, but to no avail. That probably doesn’t surprise you, but it is also important to leave this “miracle” product behind. That’s because those who have used it have been left with gaping holes in their skin.
Airborne
You’re probably familiar with the Airborne name. That’s because this is an extremely popular immune defense product, and one that was created by a school teacher on a mission. She wanted a way to cure a common cold, and she also wanted to help boost her immune system as much as possible. So, she created the product that has since been used by countless people across the globe.
However, these pills and sachets have been criticized for being “cleverly, but deceptively, marketed” by the Center for Science in the Public Interest. They have noted that Airborne doesn’t do what it says on the packet and that the best way to assure perfect immune health is to eat a healthy and balanced diet.
Pom Wonderful Juice
There’s a high chance that you have tried this delicious drink before, and we don’t blame you. Pom Wonderful Juice is a yummy concoction of pomegranate juice that many people drink because they just love the case. However, many people also drink this juice because they have heard claims that it has “antioxidant superpowers” that will help all kinds of illnesses and ailments.
It’s been suggested that this bottle of supposed goodness can even keep fatalities at bay, but the Federal Trade Commission has noted that there is absolutely no truth to this. Instead, it’s just like any other bottle of juice.
Weight Loss Wraps
Many people go through stages of their lives where they’re not happy with their body. However, with little time to go to the gym, they search for alternative options for weight loss. Because of this, weight loss wraps have become more and more common, and have often been deemed a “miracle” cure for those few extra pounds.
To do this, many people have wrapped their stomach with plastic wrap as they go about their day, and even when they work out. While this process may help you shed a little bit of water weight, it will have absolutely no effect on your fat. It’s just pretty uncomfortable, really.
Jilly Juice
Have you ever heard of Jillian Epperly? This woman has become infamous for her very own “Jilly Juice,” which she advertised as a miracle cure for some of the world’s worst ailments. She noted that her perfectly-formed concoction of cabbage would rid the human body of a devastating fungus called “candida.”
By removing this fungus, you will reportedly be able to cure cancer, regrow lost limbs, and cure other life-threatening conditions. Of course, this can only be achieved if you also take part in the $70/hour phone consultation! There’s absolutely no truth to this “miracle” cure, and experts have actually noted that this juice will just make you excrete a lot more than you normally would.
Apple Cider Vinegar Pills
Do you have apple cider vinegar in your pantry? What about apple cider vinegar pills? It seems as though more and more people have been getting on this trend train over the past few years because the assumptions are pretty impressive.
Celebrities across the globe either take a shot of this stuff every morning, or they make sure that they take one of these pills each day because it supposedly helps them lose weight. Although research has shown that apple cider vinegar can have some antibacterial benefits, it’s not going to magically make you shed 10 pounds overnight. Only dietary and exercise changes can do that.
Magnet Therapy
You can probably already guess what this one is all about. Magnet therapy involves a trained professional using magnets and moving them across your body to supposedly stimulate the blood flow within your bodily tissue. Many people get magnet therapy as it reportedly aids pain relief, but it’s fair to say that experts don’t believe a word of it.
Studies haven’t found any physical changes in patients who have used magnet therapy as a pain reliever, but instead, suggest that the therapy acts as a placebo. Because of this, it might be an idea to save your money and cancel your magnet therapy appointment.
Baby Wordsworth
If you have children, there’s a high chance that you would do everything you possibly can to make sure that they succeed in life. Because of this, many parents have spent their hard-earned money on a series of Baby Einstein DVDs, including Baby Wordsworth.
This collection of stories will supposedly leave your child with a whole new vocabulary and make sure that they are in the top percentile of children who can read and write better than others their age. However, one research study noted that children who watched these videos didn’t learn any more than those who didn’t over the course of a six week period. So, you might want to give this one a miss.
Medical Astrology
We currently live in a world of impressive medical advancement, but it seems as though more and more people are looking to the past to help them improve their health. After all, Kim Kardashian swears by her medical medium! Because of this, medical astrology has also become even more popular.
This ancient technique has come back into fashion and involves a specially trained “doctor” connecting your ailments to the positioning of the planets and zodiac signs. For example, inflammation is reportedly connected to the planet Mars. This whole thing is a bit of a gray area, and many experts suggest that medical astrology works by using the placebo effect.
Raw Water
It’s important to stay hydrated to maintain the perfect balance in your body, but there’s no doubt about the fact that there has been a war on water over the years. Many people don’t like the fact that mains water goes through a filtration process and is then treated with certain products to make it safe for us to drink.
Because of this, it seems as though more and more people are heading to raw water. This is unfiltered water that has supposedly “matured below the surface [of the earth] for 10,000 years before surfacing.” It reportedly has extremely high levels of probiotics and essential electrolytes, but it can also make you pretty sick. After all, this raw water is still full of bacteria.
Ayurvedic Oil
Ayurvedic medicine can be traced back thousands of years, but that doesn’t mean that you should use it. This system of medicine normally involves oil and herbs that supposedly rid the body of toxins. It’s said to purify your blood, relieve the symptoms of diabetes, and even help you lose weight. However, you might want to give this one a miss.
The FDA has made it very clear over the years that Ayurvedic oil could potentially be very harmful if you were to use it regularly. That’s because these oils normally have extremely high levels of metal in them, and can ultimately cause arsenic poisoning or cause you to have high levels of mercury and lead in your bloodstream. You definitely don’t want that.
Barefoot Running Shoes
There’s a high chance that you’ve seen some of these things before. Barefoot running shoes have increased in popularity over the years, and give users the feeling that they are running or walking along the ground without any shoes on. That’s because these thin shoes still supposedly offer protection from the hard ground, but allow your toes the movement you would have if you weren’t wearing shoes.
Yet, one of the biggest makers of barefoot running shoes, FiveFingers, actually had to pay $3.75 million in 2014 after it was decided that they had used deceptive marketing to sell their products. That’s because these shoes cause more foot injuries than regular shoes.
Urine Therapy
You probably don’t need two guesses as to what this treatment is all about. Urine therapy can actually be traced back to our ancestors in ancient Egypt, but that doesn’t mean that you should get involved. This therapy suggests that drinking your own urine will help you lose weight and that wiping it over your face will help to cure your acne.
As if that wasn’t enough, one woman has claimed that drinking her dog’s urine helped her to combat her depression! Of course, everyone is within their own right to drink whatever comes out of their body, but doctors have not found anything that links this practice to an enhanced lifestyle.
Hay Baths
Although this treatment hasn’t yet made its way to the celebrity world, we can only assume that it’s just a matter of time before A-listers are taking a hay bath. This trend has come from Italy after farmers realized that sleeping in a pile of hay made them feel like a million dollars.
Now, spas are also picking up the technique, and offering customers the chance to lay down in a bath of hay and herbs that will treat certain ailments. This hay bath will supposedly help you treat your menstrual cramps, a stiff neck, and even obesity. At the end of the day, this treatment literally just involves you sitting in a pile of hay, so the science isn’t there.
Sauna Suit
You may not have seen one of these things before, but that’s probably a good thing. A sauna suit is normally a two-piece sweatsuit that is normally made from PVC, and it’s worn by those who want to lose a few extra pounds. It’s reported that if you wear this suit while you’re working out, you can sweat even more than you normally would, which will ultimately allow you to burn even more calories and lose weight at the same time.
any people suggest that this sauna suit doesn’t do that at all, but just helps you lose a bit more water weight than you normally would. Alongside this, scientists have noted that it’s not always safe to bring your body temperature up so high – especially when you’re exercising.
Weight-Loss Tea
If you’re a keen social media user, you’ve probably seen more detox and weight-loss tea on your screens than you care to admit. That’s because influencers and celebrities swear by these products, especially when they are paid to promote them on their social media channels.
While there’s no doubt about the fact that tea includes various antioxidants and herbs that will maintain a healthy lifestyle, there’s absolutely no research to suggest it will help you lose weight. In fact, many people are now campaigning to have these supposed weight-loss teas taken off social media because they are harmful to men and women across the globe.
Celery Juice
Another trend that has taken the social media world by storm over the past few months is celery juice. The likes of Kim Kardashian, Gwyneth Paltrow, Selma Blair, and Miranda Kerr have all taken to Instagram to show off their morning routine. Of course, the advertisement alone is enough to persuade you to give it a go.
This celery juice supposedly gives you more energy, it reportedly clears up problem skin, and it’s even been suggested that it will help you lose weight. While there’s no doubt about the fact that adding an extra vegetable into your diet is a good thing, don’t expect it to be a miracle cure. That’s because there’s no scientific evidence that this actually works.
Sunscreen Pills
Everyone loves it when the sun comes out to play, right? Of course, the sun comes sun damage, which means that you have to make sure that you are protected by using sunscreen. In recent years, a new trend has made its way out into the sunshine world, and more and more people have started to use sunscreen pills.
These little capsules supposedly help protect your body and your skin from UV rays, and will also help to reduce the signs of aging at the same time. The fact of the matter is that many of the companies who have produced these sunscreen pills have been forced to stop marketing them as a form of sun protection because they don’t protect you in the slightest.
Jade Eggs
Gwyneth Paltrow is one of the most famous women in the world, and there’s no doubt about the fact that she has inspired some of the coolest health and wellness trends over the past few years. However, her insistence on Jade Eggs didn’t exactly go down well.
These eggs will supposedly help tone up a woman’s downstairs area once inserted, and it was also reported that they will help to control your hormone levels and boost your “feminine energy.” It will probably come as no surprise to learn that Paltrow’s lifestyle website, Goop, was actually sued for making such claims and had to pay $145,000 in damages.
Diet Soda
If you’re the kind of person that spends most of their life on a diet, there’s a high chance that you are constantly looking for healthier alternatives to tasty treats. Millions of other people do the same, which is why they choose to buy diet soda. After all, if it has less sugar and calories, you can still enjoy the same great taste without the added extras, right?
Well, not quite. Diet soda may not have the sugar sweetener that you’d expect from the full-fat version, but that doesn’t mean that it hasn’t been laden with non-sugar sweeteners. These additions have still been linked to the likes of diabetes and high blood pressure, which means that you’re not really making a healthier choice.
Nose Strips
Many people struggle with their breathing at night, and this can severely disrupt your sleep. Whether you have allergies, breathing problems, or wake yourself up with your snoring, this can have a drastic effect on your whole life. Because of this, many people invest in breathing strips.
This product reportedly helps to open up your airways so that you can have a peaceful night’s sleep. While some people do benefit from these nose strips, there’s no scientific research to suggest that they work well or improve the oxygen intake in humans. Surprisingly, it’s been found that they are extremely beneficial for racehorses!
Acne Treatments
Acne is extremely common, but that doesn’t make it any easier to deal with. Spots and pimples can have a huge effect on self-confidence and your perception of yourself, as well as being extremely irritating and sometimes painful. Because of this, those who suffer from acne often shell out huge amounts of money on treatments that will supposedly cure them.
While it is possible to treat acne, many of the products on the market won’t do that in the slightest. That’s because they are full of alcohol and other irritating ingredients that will make the spots worse, or dry out your skin so much that it becomes even more painful. With this in mind, it’s best to seek your doctor’s advice when treating acne.
Cellulite Creams
Although we are taught from a young age to resent cellulite, it’s fair to say that everyone has it. Cellulite is completely natural, but that doesn’t stop people from trying everything they can to rid their bodies of the slight dimples and wrinkles.
Because of this, cellulite creams have been flying off the shelves for decades, and many people spend a huge portion of their wages on such creams. However, there’s a high chance that they haven’t seen any progress while using these creams because there is no real research to suggest that they work in any way. So, why not celebrate your cellulite instead?
Lip Balm
There’s nothing quite like the relief of applying lip balm to your chapped lips. In fact, there are some people who can’t go about their day by applying and then reapplying lip balm. However, it may surprise you to learn that this “miracle” cure for dried lips isn’t quite as miraculous as it may seem.
That’s because most of the lip balm on the market actually contain alcohol. This ingredient will only dry out your lips, which is probably why you feel the need to reapply all of the time. If you want to maintain soft and moist lips, the best way to do this is to keep yourself hydrated, because your body has the ability to self-moisturize itself.
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