5 Food Myths You Should Stop Believing

🍔 The article debunks 5 common food myths that many people still believe to be true. These myths include drinking more milk for healthy bones, avoiding all fats, following low-carb diets, and drinking diet soda for weight loss. The article explains that these accepted wisdoms are overly simplistic and can even be harmful if followed strictly.

🍕 It cites expert Dr. Walter Willett to explain the nuances around these myths. For example, while milk has calcium, you can get sufficient calcium from other foods too. And not all fats are bad - some fats from plant and fish sources are very healthy. Low-carb diets help initial weight loss but lack key nutrients from restricted foods. And diet sodas don't necessarily lead to weight loss for various psychological and metabolic reasons.

The takeaway is that nutrition advice needs more nuance. Diets shouldn't be reduced to blanket rules like "fat is bad" or "carbs are bad". Rather, we should focus on moderation and variety, choosing healthy sources of fats, carbs, proteins etc. While catchy diet rules sell books, a balanced diet is best for long-term health. The article encourages seeking guidance from expert sources like Harvard's Healthy Eating Plate.

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