Detox Myths and Facts

Detox Myths and Facts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Health

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video debunks common myths about detoxification promoted by the wellness industry. It explains that toxins are not special chemicals and that the body naturally detoxifies through organs like the liver and kidneys. Methods like detox foot pads, sweating, and colon cleanses are ineffective and potentially harmful. The video emphasizes that regular bodily functions are sufficient for detoxification.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the wellness industry claim about toxins?

They are terrifying and require expensive solutions.

They are harmless and natural.

They can be easily removed by drinking water.

They are beneficial for health.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the truth about detox foot pads?

They effectively remove toxins through the skin.

They are a scam using color-changing fabric.

They improve blood circulation.

They are recommended by scientists.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is sweating not an effective detox method?

Sweat is a primary detox pathway.

Sweating can lead to dehydration.

Sweat contains all the body's toxins.

Sweat is 99% water and only regulates temperature.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common myth about drinking water for detox?

It flushes out all toxins from the body.

It is harmful and should be avoided.

It hydrates but does not detoxify.

It is the only way to detoxify the body.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the liver, kidneys, and lungs in detoxification?

They store toxins for later removal.

They require external detox products to function.

They naturally filter and remove harmful substances.

They produce toxins as a byproduct.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common misconception about toxins?

Toxins are only found in processed foods.

Toxins are a special type of chemical.

Anything can be toxic in large amounts.

Toxins can be easily removed by sweating.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the body naturally expel toxins?

Through sweating and skin pores.

By using detox foot pads.

Through colon cleanses.

Via the liver, kidneys, and lungs.

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