India, July 4 -- Thanks to social media and the internet, health information is more accessible than ever. But with that comes a flood of misinformation, making it difficult to separate facts from fiction. From taking herbal supplements without a second thought to popping antibiotics for every cough and cold, several misconceptions continue to persist. Speaking with HT Lifestyle, Dr Gagan Gautam, Chairman, Urology, Renal Care, Medanta Gurugram, debunked five common health myths he still hears from patients in 2026. (Also read: From juice cleanses and supplements to wearable gadgets: Cardiologist explains which wellness trends benefit your heart )

According to Dr Gautam, one of the biggest misconceptions is that anything labelled "natural...