To Your Health: The Five-Second Rule
NPR • 12/15/2025 • Last cited 12/15/2025
Summary
The article from NPR discusses the "Five-Second Rule," which suggests that food dropped on the floor is still safe to eat if picked up within five seconds. It examines the scientific validity of this rule and its implications for food safety.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
30 days
8
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
NPR
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score51/100
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 30 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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