copenlu/druid huggingface dataset:
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2019-04-01): Symptoms of Mouth Stroke – [...] - Paralysis of One Side. One of the main symptoms of mouth stroke is to develop paralysis on one side of the mouth. In this situation, just one side of the face is affected. More often than not the other side is not affected. [...] On a final note, it needs to be mentioned that a mouth stroke is a condition that must not be thought synonymous with aging people. Even middle-aged people and young people can experience this health condition. Some of the most common aspects of your lifestyle that can herald this health condition are improper diet, lack of quality sleep, obesity, too much of smoking and drinking and a lot of continued pressure and stress. An early diagnosis can, however, arrest maximum damage and can help the victim recover faster and better from the situation. Immediate and regular medical help for a stipulated period can help improve the condition of such patients.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2024-07-12): Print OverviewDysarthria happens when the muscles used for speech are weak or are hard to control. Dysarthria often causes slurred or slow speech that can be difficult to understand. Common causes of dysarthria include conditions that affect the nervous system or that cause facial paralysis. These conditions may cause tongue or throat muscle weakness. Certain medicines also can cause dysarthria. Treating the underlying cause of dysarthria may improve your speech. You also may need speech therapy. For dysarthria caused by prescription medicines, changing or stopping the medicines may help.Products & ServicesA Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health BookNewsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter — Digital EditionShow more products from Mayo Clinic SymptomsSymptoms of dysarthria depend on the underlying cause and the type of dysarthria. Symptoms may include: Slurred speech. Slow speech. Not being able to speak louder than a whisper or speaking too loudly. Rapid speech that is difficult to understand. Nasal, raspy or strained voice. Uneven speech rhythm. Uneven speech volume. Monotone speech. Trouble moving your tongue or facial muscles. When to see a doctorDysarthria can be a sign of a serious condition. See a healthcare professional right away if you have sudden or unexplained changes in your ability to speak.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2010-08-15): A droopy face is among the signs of stroke, according to Harvard Health Publishing, but did you know can also impact the tongue, causing numbness or crookedness? [...] Video of the Day "More common symptoms of stroke include slurred speech, paralysis or weakness of one side of the body," says Gregg Fonarow, MD, director of the Ahmanson-University of California Los Angeles Cardiomyopathy Center. But, he adds, "sudden numbness of the tip or side of the tongue can be seen in a certain type of stroke" and can include "the tongue deviating or being crooked." [...] "The symptom of tongue deviation in stroke patients has been observed from ancient to modern times," he says. In fact, "for thousands of years, the deviation of the tongue has also been recognized as a symptom of what is called a 'wind stroke' in traditional Chinese medicine."
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2019-06-27): Physicians and scientists who reviewed the information generally agreed that tongue crookedness, or "tongue deviation" in clinical terms, could be useful for detecting a stroke, but cautioned that it should not be used on its own and is best considered together with FAST, especially since the ability to detect a stroke accurately using tongue deviation has not been determined yet. For example, not all cases of stroke display the sign, and a person may also display the sign without actually having a stroke. [...] Tongue deviation might happen after a stroke, but it is not a common sign and if you see it, it is likely to be present along with other, more obvious signs of stroke: such as weakness of the arm or leg on one side, a drooping face on one side, slurred or unintelligible speech. These are part of the FAST (Face, Arm, Speech, Time – get to hospital quickly) message. You would never see tongue deviation as a symptom on its own. [...] There are numerous symptoms and signs of stroke, including tongue deviation, which can be caused by weakness on one side of the tongue or reflect weakness on one side of the face (the "F" in the BE-FAST mnemonic). I am not aware of any specific research on detection rates if tongue deviation is added to BE-FAST as part of a public education effort.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2010-01-19): Share this Story : The tongue: an indicator of stroke? [...] Article content "Ask the person to stick out his tongue…if it is crooked, if it goes to one side or another, that is also an indicator of a stroke," the circulating email states. It also mentions that bystanders can recognize a stroke by asking three questions of someone suspected of having a stroke. [...] The "stick out the tongue" manoeuvre is, in my view, not a useful assessment for the lay public. In major strokes, the tongue may be deviated but usually this is in patients with obvious major strokes with a hemiplegia and facial weakness. Isolated tongue deviation is a very uncommon stroke presentation and is often difficult for the lay public to assess and interpret. I would not want a bunch of patients arriving by ambulance because their tongue was deviated.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2023-06-21): They end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead. Recognizing a Stroke with These 4 Tasks Ask the victim to SMILE Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK a simple sentence coherently Ask the individual to RAISE both arms Ask him or her to stick out their TONGUE For the first 3 tasks, if the individual has any trouble with ANY of these tasks, call 911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher. When the person sticks out his or her tongue, see if the tongue is crooked. Please Share this Information! The more people who know about this information, has a better chance of saving a life. Share this to your friends and family! Last Post Main BlogNext Post
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2019-05-08): Tongue deviation can be useful for detecting stroke, but needs to be considered together with other more common signs of a stroke, according to the BE-FAST acronym (balance, eyes, face, arms, speech). [...] Physicians and scientists who reviewed the information generally agreed that tongue crookedness, or "tongue deviation" in clinical terms, could be useful for detecting a stroke, but cautioned that it should not be used on its own and is best considered together with FAST, especially since the ability to detect a stroke accurately using tongue deviation has not been determined yet. For example, not all cases of stroke display the sign, and a person may also display the sign without actually having a stroke. [...] Tongue deviation might happen after a stroke, but it is not a common sign and if you see it, it is likely to be present along with other, more obvious signs of stroke: such as weakness of the arm or leg on one side, a drooping face on one side, slurred or unintelligible speech. These are part of the FAST (Face, Arm, Speech, Time – get to hospital quickly) message. You would never see tongue deviation as a symptom on its own.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2024-01-01): OTHER SIGNS may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness. [...] Is speech slurred, are they unable to speak, or are they hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like "the sky is blue." Is the sentence repeated correctly? [...] If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 911 and get them to the hospital immediately.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2024-07-19): Speech therapy can help people with weakened facial and throat muscles communicate.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2023-04-21): Symptoms tend to appear over several hours. The affected side of the face tends to droop. There may also be changes in saliva and tear production and the sense of taste. [...] - has difficulty speaking, for example, with slurred speech - cannot raise both arms and keep them raised - suddenly develops weakness on one side of the body These may be signs of a stroke.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2024-01-01): The most common clinical signs of vestibular disease include circling or falling to one side, a pronounced head tilt, and nystagmus—the rapid and involuntary oscillating movement of the eyeballs. Facial drooping may occur if there is a tumor or inflammatory disease of the inner or middle ear because the facial nerves are closely associated with the middle ear, which is next to the inner ear.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2022-09-07): Some of the symptoms are the same between Bell’s palsy and stroke. However, others are specific to one problem or the other. Headaches, trouble eating, issues speaking, and drooling may be present with either. If the cause is Bell’s palsy, watch for symptoms such as watering from the eye on the affected side of the face, changes in the ability to taste, sound sensitivity, and ringing ears. With a stroke, watch for trouble finding words, eyes gazing in one direction, trouble walking, and vision changes. Stroke can also cause numbness on one side of the body or face and weakness in the arms and legs on one side. Bell’s palsy never presents with weakness of the arms or legs or difficulty moving the tongue or the eyes. [...] Stroke is a treatable and preventable condition. Quick treatment is essential to prevent issues like disability or even death. If the problem is determined to be Bell’s palsy, the patient will be referred to an ENT physician or otolaryngologist for needed treatment.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2015-06-07): New Sign of a Stroke -------- Stick out Your Tongue NOTE: Another 'sign' of a stroke is this: Ask the person to 'stick' out his tongue. [...] Is there any documented proof that a crooked tongue is a reliable indicator?
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2024-05-01): Your uvula — sometimes called the palatine uvula — is that little piece of teardrop-shaped tissue that hangs from the back of the roof of your mouth. [...] A deviated uvula is one that leans to one side or the other. This often occurs if certain cranial nerves are weakened. Sometimes, injury results in a deviated uvula. Interestingly, people with peritonsillar abscesses often notice that their uvula leans to the opposite side, away from the infected tonsil.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2024-01-01): Other Stroke Symptoms - NUMBNESS or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body - CONFUSION, trouble speaking or understanding speech - TROUBLE SEEING in one or both eyes - TROUBLE WALKING, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination - SEVERE HEADACHE with no known cause [...] Men and women who have strokes often feel similar symptoms of stroke, such as face drooping, arm weakness and speech difficulty. [...] If you or someone with you is experiencing these or other stroke symptoms, urgent medical evaluation and treatment are needed. Check the time so you'll know when the first symptoms appeared.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2021-08-01): First, let’s start with what a Stroke or Cerebroventricular Accident (CVA) is so we have better understanding of why, "Stick Out Your Tongue" helps identify a stroke victim. [...] So how does "Stick Out Your Tongue" help evaluate if a person is experiencing a possible stroke? Well, the tongue is actually controlled by both sides of the brain through the hypoglossal nerve which controls the intrinsic musculature of the tongue determining movement of the tongue, lateral or side to side movement. [...] So, if you suspect a friend, family member, or coworker is experiencing a stroke, ask them "stick out your tongue". What you’re looking for is that the tongue will appear crooked (curved toward one side of the mouth or the other), or appear a bit twisted, while the other side of the tongue will appear flat (normal) and smooth.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2023-11-14): For example, if the eye on your paralyzed side is watering or you have sensitive hearing or ringing in your ear, it's likely Bell's palsy. Changes in your sense of taste are also signs of Bell’s palsy. But if you feel numbness or weakness in your arms or legs on one side of your body, it could be a stroke. With Bell’s palsy, you shouldn’t feel weak or have trouble moving your tongue. [...] Bell's palsy is when you suddenly have weak or paralyzed muscles on one side of your face. It usually causes a drooping mouth, eyebrow, and eyelid. But it's not serious and usually clears up without any type of treatment in a few months.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2023-08-22): - This can be caused by different conditions, such as Bell’s palsy, or stroke. [...] In the case of a stroke, your facial droop will usually come on suddenly. Other muscles on one side of your body might also be affected. More stroke symptoms are: [...] If you have any of the stroke symptoms above, no matter how long they last, call triple zero (000) immediately and ask for an ambulance. If calling triple zero (000) does not work on your mobile phone, try calling 112.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2024-07-19): Symptoms of Bell’s palsy include: [...] Drooling from one side of the mouth [...] Bell's palsy can affect anyone of any gender or age, but most often affects people ages 15 to 45.
Claim: If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke. (Internet user, 2013-03-04)
Evidence (2013-10-16): The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke notes these major signs of stroke: [...] Another ‘sign’ of a stroke: Ask the person to ‘stick’ out his tongue. [...] —Face drooping on one side or numb —Arm weak or numb —Speech slurred;unable to speak; difficult to understand; unable to repeat a simple sentence —Time to call 911 immediately if person shows any of these symptoms, even if symptoms go away
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2024-06-26): Apeel is an edible coating for fruits and vegetables that protects them from water loss and oxidation, keeping them fresh for longer. The coating is made from monoglycerides and diglycerides, which are recognized as generally safe for use in foods.
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2024-10-08): Social media is rife with posts which claim that Apeel, a company producing edible coatings for fruits and vegetables, use toxic chemicals for their coatings. #Apeel has been trending on Twitter with calls to completely boycott the company and its products. For instance, an X user, Alison Steinberg, shared a clip from her show on a far right American cable channel, in which they speak of the dangers of Apeel. "Bill Gates & World Economic Forum backed ‘Apeel’ is being sprayed on produce. This toxic coating cannot be washed off. Be sure to look out for the label the next time you are in the grocery store," she wrote in the post, that has been viewed 1.4 million times. [...] In the video, delivered in a slightly alarmist tone, she says Apeel's main ingredients are mono- and diglycerides, "which are extracted from grape seed oil."
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2023-05-11): Apeel is an invisible coating made up of purified monoglycerides and diglycerides, edible fatty acids commonly found as natural compounds in the peels, seeds and pulp of fruits, vegetables and other plants. The company uses these food products, such as grape peel from a winery, and presses out an oil rich in the fat lipids, which it then turns into a colourless, odourless, and tasteless powder. Manufacturers simply need to add water and apply as a spray, a brush or as a dip. When applied on produce, this coating works to mimic the natural cuticle layer developed by many leaves, stems, fruits and flowers as a form of protection, the company says. Specifically, the ultra-thin protective coating locks oxygen and moisture inside, "dramatically" slowing the rate by which the produce spoils. [...] A safety sheet claiming to flag concerns about consuming Apeel-treated produce sparked concerns last month but – as it turned out – it was a case of mistaken identity with the information relating to a chemical surface cleaner with the same name. The Apeel used on fresh produce is made of fatty acids found in foods we already eat. "Apeel uses these plant lipids because they have a long history of safe consumption," says the company. [...] A spokesperson for the Soil Association said: "We understand Apeel contains E471 Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids; this is not permitted under GB or EU organic regulation. So this would not be permitted for use on organic produce in Britain."
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2023-04-26): Does the safety data sheet for Apeel, a protective coating for produce, contain "a long list of hazardous cautions" that make the product unsafe for human consumption? No, that's not true: The information in the claim comes from a cleaning product using the same name but made by another company. The cleaner and degreaser is not meant for human consumption. The safety data sheet from the cleaner is being used to misrepresent the product used to extend the shelf life of produce. [...] The screenshot of the post above shows a list of hazard and precautionary statements for a product called Apeel. However, this product is not a coating for produce but, rather, an orange cleaner for hard surfaces made by a different company called Evans Vanodine. Here's a screenshot of the product page from their website: [...] Its website also has a page on product safety information, which is much different than that for the cleaner. The product information sheet for Apeel, which is trademarked as Edipeel, says it's safe for people to eat:
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2023-12-01): Fact Check: Apeel Produce Coating Does NOT Contain Unidentified Or Harmful Ingredients Does the Apeel produce coating Organipeel contain an "unidentified coating" that is falsely labeled as organic and that could be harmful to human health? No, that's not true: Though it may be applied to organic produce, it is neither considered an organic product by regulatory agencies nor does the company claim it to be. Orangipeel is a coating used to delay produce spoilage and is primarily made of a derivative from plant oils but it also contains citric acid.
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2018-06-21): Apeel’s challenge was first identifying what components of the cutin are water soluble, because they somehow had to apply the stuff to fruits. What they landed on was lipids, which are amphiphilic, meaning they’re both water-loving and oil-loving. "Part of it really likes water, and part of it really doesn't like water, which means you can get some limited solubility of that material in water," says Rogers. "Once they dry, then they have the ability to block water." [...] As they do so, they build a kind of film that locks in moisture and repels oxygen. So Apeel has developed a substance, which they either spray on fruit or dip the fruit in, that exploits this relationship between lipid molecules you find naturally in fruits. "When we deposit them on a piece of produce and it dries, the result is that we form this special structure, this special barrier, which mimics that structure which is employed by longer shelf life produce," says Rogers. Apeel isn’t inventing a newfangled substance. It's using the plant kingdom’s own evolved defense against our trifecta of maladies. By coating produce with interacting molecules, they create a microclimate within the fruit to keep good actors in and bad actors out.
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2024-03-18): You may or may not have heard about Apeel—a coating made of monoacylglycerides and other ingredients. Apeel claims by simply applying a microscopic amount to produce (usually after it has been picked), Apeel creates a breathable layer that slows spoilage by keeping moisture in and oxygen out. [...] Here’s the problem: according to my phone conversation with a representative at the FDA – she said no law requires them to label a produce item that has been sprayed with Apeel. I replied that the FDA requires labeling ingredients on all other food packages. She said yes, but Apeel is not part of the apple, orange, avocado ingredients, etc. I said, well, the people are ingesting the Apeel coating, which has ingredients.
Claim: Apeel contains harmful ingredients (Alison Steinberg, Social media users, 2024-06-26)
Evidence (2024-04-28): Apeel does disclose that it contains mono and diglycerides, which are emulsifiers. Emulsifiers mix ingredients that usually wouldn't blend, like oil and water. They're common food additives, but they're not without controversy. [...] Even more concerning are reports of heavy metals found in Apeel's products. Independent lab testing detected measurable cadmium, lead, mercury, and arsenic levels. [...] It's not just the ingredients in Apeel that concern me, but also how it's made. The manufacturing process is a bit of a black box, but from what we do know, there are some potential issues.