Dieting Myths Revealed.
 We
all have
heard myths regarding many things, the most popular being food
and sex. We
have to have sex or we don't reproduce. We have to eat or we will die.
There isn't much choice when it comes to food. Here we will discuss
more of the food myths. Bookmark this article, because you are bound to
learn something new. Our food supply isn't as safe as it used to be.
All you need to do is pick up a newspaper and see that for yourself. It
seems that somewhere there is always someone getting sick from ecoli or
some other food born illness.
Are preservatives bad for you?
No, they aren't. If anything they are what keeps you from getting sick.
If it weren't for these, many more people would get sick and die from
the food they eat.
Can coffee cure a hang over?
No it can't. Caffeine can't cure a hang over. You get hung over because
you are lacking water. The alcohol took a big chunk of the water from
your system. Caffeine actually makes you urinate. So really it has the
opposite effect.
Is it okay to eat fast?
The less that you chew your food, that means the more your stomach will
have to work to digest your food. You have teeth with many different
uses. Some are for cutting and some are for grinding. You should make
the most out of them. This is why it is important that you take good
care of your teeth.
Do beans cause gas?
Yes they do. They are high in fiber. A lot of things that are high in
fiber actually cause gas. Also, things like corn and peppers also cause
gas. Soaking beans before you cook them can take away some of the gas,
but it won't take all of it.
Do carrots improve your eye sight?
No, they don't. Do do however, make your eyes healthy. That may sound
like it contradicts its self, but it doesn't. They don't improve your
eyesight, but they do help you maintain your current ability to see.
Can swallowing gum cause stomach problems?
It can cause gas, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If you are chewing gum
that has sorbitol, that could be causing problems too. Oddly enough,
this is also found in semen.
Do cherries relieve pain?
The answer is yes. People who eat at least 20 tart cherries a day have
a reduction in pain from arthritis.
Does parsley take away bad breath?
Yes it does. So does other green leafy veggies that contain
chlorophyll.
Does an apple a day keep the doctor away?
Yes it does. There are many good things about apples. They help reduce
the risk of cancer. They also help lower cholesterol. Who says that old
sayings aren't true?
Will cutting fat from your diet ensure
weight loss?
No, it won't. It’s true that eating nutritious foods such
as vegetables,
fruits, whole grains, and skim milk may provide more fill with less
calories, but low in fat does not necessarily mean low in calories.
Many desserts such as non-fat ice cream and other low in fat desserts
contain great quantities of calories. Also, foods that are high in
carbohydrates such as bread and pasta can also attribute to weight-gain
when eaten in large amounts. It is important to consider portion size
as well as calorie content when attempting to lose weight.
Yes it does. There are many good things about apples. They help reduce
the risk of cancer. They also help lower cholesterol. Who says that old
sayings aren't true?
Will extra protein promote muscle growth?
The answer is no. Although proteins are important in the building and
maintaining
of muscles, excess amounts of proteins are stored as fat, just as
excess carbohydrates or fats are. Basically, any calorie-containing
nutrient will be stored as fatty deposits if too much is eaten. In
order to build muscles, strength training and sufficient amounts of
calories and proteins are the best method.
Can we eat eggs without getting fat?
Yes, you can. Research proves that the major dietary culprit is high
saturated-fat
intake. Since eggs are low in saturated fat as well as in calories
(approximately 75 calories if hard-boiled) they are not as unhealthy as
some may think. They also contain many various essential nutrients. The
American Heart Association recommend one egg per day. However, the key
to a good diet is to eat a variety of healthy foods and to use light
oil rather than butter or margarine when cooking eggs.
Adopting a healthy lifestyle is an important first step in dieting.
Keep in mind the following tips, and you’ll be on the right
track to healthy and effective weight loss. Start first by getting rid
of all the junk food in your place, and replace them with more
nutritious snacks such as fruits, vegetables and nuts. Then make sure
to increase your level of activity each day. For example, you can park
your car at the end of the lot and walk an extra hundred meters to the
entrance of the mall. Or take the stairs instead of the escalator.
Small steps such as these will add up to pounds shed.
Quit smoking, gambling, binge drinking, and any other addictive
behavior. Then start following a meal plan for the whole week and stick
to it. Include some of your favorites in your meals such as pasta and
steak, but keep a watchful eye on the portions. And most importantly,
drink plenty of water each day. This helps to regulate your metabolism
and strengthens your immune system, in addition to satisfying your
appetite. When you drink more water, you will feel less hungry. These
steps may seem tedious at first, but maintaining routines such as the
ones above will be integrated into your daily life in no time.
As will all things, take myths with a grain
of salt. If you are curious about a myth, do some research on it. You
will be surprised at how much information you will learn. |
