Claim: Another WhatsApp forward spreading like a wildfire is attributed to Dr. A Dhanthi of Apollo Hospital Delhi and Dr. Ramesh Singh of Bihar State's Health Department. The message clearly states that since the coronavirus dies in extreme heat, therefore, it is advised one should increase the body temperature by consuming foods such as 2-3 raw garlic cloves - 2 times a day, turmeric milk - once a day, pomegranate and papaya fruits, green tea, carom seeds, ginger, black pepper, etc.
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Verdict: there's no scientific evidence that proves efficacy of these food items against coronavirus.
Organisation: First Check
Author: Deepika Khurana
Date published: 2020-06-12T00:13:42