11. Putting ice cubes on dents in the carpet will remove them
True: Place an ice cube over the spot. Wait until it melts and the dent should be gone.
12. Count sheep to fall asleep
True: We don’t mean actual sheep, of course. But counting imaginary sheep when you’re in bed can help distract you from the stressful or anxious thoughts that keep you awake, so you’ll fall asleep sooner.
13. Chewing parsley gets rid of garlic breath
True: Parsley contains compounds that counteract the high sulfur content of garlic, which causes the unpleasant odour.
14. The swing of a ring will determine the sex of your baby
False: The tale is that you take off your wedding ring, tie it to a piece of string and hang it over your belly. If it swings in a circle, you’ll have a boy, if it moves back and forth, you’re expecting a girl. The only accurate way to find out your baby’s gender during pregnancy is by having an ultrasound scan.
15. Toothpaste can send spots packing
True: Toothpaste contains menthol, which cools and soothes inflammation, as well as antibacterial agents, which can fight infection, and detergents, which can dry out spots.