Like Old Wives Tales, survival myths seem to get spun and then take on a life of their own.

Here are ten you should commit to memory, if for no other reason than to set your friends straight if they ever put them out as a survival fact.

Survival myths are abundant and they can kill you. At least, if you adhere to them, they can make you sick.

Knowing the facts is always preferable and will help you avoid problems in the long run.

What survival myths do you know? Tell us in the comment section below.