The Wildest Myths Viewers Have Been Led to Believe by Movies & Media

Myth #17 – You Should Never Eat Right Before Swimming

Eating shortly before swimming doesn’t increase the risk of experiencing muscle cramps. There is, however, a correlation between alcohol and drowning.

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The More You Know

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  • During the filming of The Grinch, Jim Carrey sought counseling from a Navy SEAL to learn torture-resistance techniques in order to handle the extensive makeup.
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