“Applying ginger oil on belly button would burn fat ten times faster and eventually help in weight loss”
What FACTLY found
Experts have clarified that there is no scientific evidence to say that ginger oil would help in weight loss. There are reports and research papers which state ginger water helps in weight loss. Gingerol, a bioactive compound in ginger has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which help in weight loss. However, there are no reports or research studies to say applying ginger oil on naval would reduce belly fat or helps in weight loss
Their words, from the summary they publish with the rating.
In short
This claim spread on social media around 13 May 2022. FACTLY (India) looked into it and published its finding on 17 May 2022, 4 days later. Its rating was “MISLEADING”.
Where the claim appeared
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