Ever wondered if the 5-second rule is real? The old tale that if you pick up dropped food off the floor or possibly ground ...

Many people follow the “five-second rule,” but science shows the truth is more about safety than timing. Studies have found that food picks up germs as soon as it hits the floor, regardless of how ...

And past research from Rutgers University seemed to effectively put the long-standing myth to rest by concluding that the transfer of bacteria from floor to food could be nearly instantaneous. However ...

Forbes: A new study found some truth to the “five-second rule,” which suggests it’s safe to consume food that has touched the floor as long as its within the five-second limit. Share this article!

(NEXSTAR) — “Something funny starts to happen when you push yourself forward five second decisions at a time. Your life changes.” Mel Robbins, author of the bestselling book The 5 Second Rule, is ...

It's one of those "rules" that has stood the test of time, but can we really trust it? Many people follow the “five-second rule,” but science shows the truth is more about safety than timing. Studies ...