Summer pool parties: the fun was non-stop as a kid until you made the mistake of eating a popsicle and your Mom banned you from the pool for 30 minutes. The myth goes that if you swim too soon you’ll get cramps, but it’s all a lie! According to studies such as BBC Future’s, your body does require more blood flow when digesting that could take away from your ability to swim vigorously. However, they emphasize that this would only be a concern for professional athletes who are exhausting massive amounts of energy while they swim, not the average person splashing around in a pool. In other words, unless you’re Michael Phelps, feel free to stuff your face before swimming!