Nutrition MYTHS

Top Ten Nutrition Myths

1. Myth - Frozen Produce has Less nutrients than Fresh Produce.

Fact - That is only true is you live on a farm! Produce loses nutritional value everyday after it reaches it's peak. So by the time it has been picked, shipped, stored, bought and placed in our crisper it actually has less then the produce flash frozen in its peak.

2. Myth - Eating late at night will cause you to gain weight!

Fact - Calories are calories no matter what time they are consumed. There is no magical time that calories become more likely to be stored as fat. As long as your not blowing your calorie budget it go for it.

3. Myth - If you are craving it your body needs something from it.

Fact - If that were true then their would be a lot more people craving carrot sticks than chocolate bars. You get cravings for all sorts of reason but actually needing what your craving is a big myth with lots of studies. The bottom line is you have to cut them off  before they attack. Keep safe snacks around for when the cravings come. 

4. Myth - Wheat is better than White.

Fact - Not true at all. Most wheat bread is every bit as bad as the white. You have to read the label. The first ingredient should always be 100% whole wheat. Run from anything that says Enriched wheat flour.

5. Myth - You need eight glasses of water a day.

Fact - While I will always tell you to drink water over anything else because of all the amazing benefits you do not need to actually count your cups. As it turns out All beverages and even food contribute to our fluid intake needs. Let thirst be your guide and always stay hydrated when working out.

6. Myth - Carbs are BAD

Fact - Carbs in and of themselves are not bad and can actually be quite helpful when proving energy. It is only when consumed in excess that they become a problem. 

7. Myth - High Fructose Corn Syrup is Far worse than Table Sugar.

Fact - HFCS and table sugar are very similar from a health prospective. Though HFCS may sometimes contain more fructose the difference is negligible.

8. Myth - Protein is bad for bones and kidneys.

Fact - Protein even in high amounts isn't harmful to your bones or kidneys unless you suffer from a preexisting condition. We actually need protein to build and recover our mussels.

9. Myth - Egg yolks are bad for you.

Fact - eggs are a great source of protein fats and other need nutrients. Their association with bad cholesterol has been severely over blown.

10.  Myth - Supplements are superior to Food.

Fact - Supplements have their use. You can benefit from specific vitamins or minerals, and protein powder can make it easier to increase your daily protein intake. But supplements should complete a healthy diet not replace it.