Dr. Sebi

Was Dr. Sebi's book banned in multiple countries? No, that's not true: There are no credible reports that a book about Dr. Sebi's controversial diet has been banned in any country. The book listed in the claim is available on a website that claims it "ships worldwide" and does not mention a ban. The claim appeared in a post on…

Does "DoctorTruth batana oil" reverse hair loss and potentially stimulate hair growth? No, that's not true: A board-certified dermatologist said he does not recommend it, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) told Lead Stories batana oil is not an approved product to treat hair loss or hair growth. Also, this post depicts a "deepfake" video that was created for…

Is every disease caused by a lack of iron in the body? No, that's not true: There are many different types of disease, including infectious diseases (like hepatitis and COVID-19), non-communicable diseases (such as heart disease and stroke) and genetic diseases (like cystic fibrosis and Huntington's disease), all of which are caused by different factors. The claim appeared in a…

Is "Dr." Sebi correct that eating starch causes a buildup of calcium carbonate in the body? No, that's not true: Two registered dietician nutritionists told Lead Stories that starch does not have this effect. Calcium carbonate is a natural compound found in rocks, eggshells and snails, among other sources. McGill University has described Dr. Sebi's claims in general as "complete…

Are proteins not real, and thus not an essential part of the human diet? No, that's not true: Humans need to consume protein regularly to survive, whether through the consumption of plants, animal products or protein supplements, a dietician told Lead Stories. Nearly every part of the human body -- from hair and nails to bones, organs and muscle --…

Is the sticky, gooey mucus produced by the body "the underlying cause" of all human disease? No, that's not true: Mucus plays an important and protective role in the body's immune system, filtering out harmful irritants, allergens and pathogens to keep people healthy, not to make them sick. In addition, the claim about the dangers of mucus comes from a…

Do almonds and almond milk contain dangerous amounts of the poisonous chemical compound cyanide? No, that's not true: Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and a professor of bioproducts and biosystems engineering told Lead Stories that the almonds used in almond milk do not create a safety issue. The late "Dr. Sebi," the man seen in an Instagram video…

Did the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) report that "it is illegal to use anything from nature that is not tested for efficacy and safety"? No, that's not true: The FDA regards herbal supplements as foods, not drugs. Therefore, they are not subjected to the same manufacturing standards to prove they are effective in curing an illness and are ultimately…

Is cauliflower white because it has no minerals? No, that's not true: A registered dietician told Lead Stories that cauliflower is a nutrient-rich vegetable that comes in different colors, not just white. The source of this claim was a self-proclaimed doctor with no official medical licensing. The claim appeared in a TikTok post on July 21, 2022, with the caption…

Can little-known herbs like guaco and huereque reverse Type 2 diabetes? No, that's not true: This condition cannot be cured or "reversed," the American Diabetes Association told Lead Stories. The claim appeared in a September 2, 2022, Instagram post. The caption said: Reverse type 2 diabetes with these herbs you never hear of before..... #diabetes #insulin #type2diabetes #Diabetic .#holisticliving #holisticnutrition…