Some Myths and Misconceptions About These Foods
These days as diet-conscious people are increasing we can find many articles that will focus on what to eat what not to. But most of them will confuse the people to determine which foods lead to better health. So here an article by our expert Dietitian Poonam Shah to clarify doubts and plan smarter dietary choices.
Non- Nutritive Sweeteners are healthy
The rising interest in low calorie, low carb, sugar-free foods has lead to an increase in products that contain non-nutritive sweeteners (NNS).
You must know that Non-nutritive sweeteners may lead to adverse health outcomes, such as an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and negative changes to gut bacteria.
Potatoes are Unhealthy
Often labeled as “Unhealthy” by those in the nutrition world, potatoes are restricted by many people wanting to lose weight or improve their overall health.
You must know that potatoes are an excellent source of many nutrients including potassium, vitamin C, and fibre etc.Hence potatoes are a nutritious carb choice if taken as boiled, baked and roasted form.
Eggs are high in cholesterol
One Should know that including cholesterol rich, nutritious foods like eggs and full fat yogurt in your diet may boost health by enhancing feeling of fullness and providing other nutrients that other foods lack.
You must know that new studies have shown that cholesterol in eggs doesn’t affect the cholesterol in the blood, atleast not in the majority of people. Eggs are also a weight loss friendly food.
Bread is bad for you
Bread will not inherently make you fat but intends to be dense in calories and is therefore easy to overeat. And ofcourse most people eat bread with other high-calorie foods, such as butter, peanut butter, jam and honey. This can lead to a caloric surplus and thus to weight gain overtime.
You must know that bread can be part of the healthful diet, if taken in healthy way with lots of vegetables and paneer etc.
Again you must know that your portion size how much to take. If bread is taken in healthy way it is good for you.
Banana will help you gain weight
All the underweight or slim people might have heard this once in lifetime.But there is no research or evidence that proves this to be true.
You must know that banana are extremely high in fibre and low in calories making them an ideal fruits for everyone. If you are feeling low just have a banana it will give you instant energy. Again you must know that your portion size varies according to your body.
Desi Ghee is harmful for health
The debate regarding ghee being a good fat or bad fat has been going on. There are lots of myth about ghee. According to Ayurveda, ghee is classified as a positive ingredients.
You must know that ghee is a form of saturated fat and not every saturated fat is bad for health. It contains linoleic acid or CLA, a type of fatty acid, butyric acid and other compounds that aid in the absorption of fat soluble vitamins and minerals.
Infact, ghee is said to be a healthier alternatives than butter and refined oil, both of them are highly processed.
Not eating sugar will save you from diabetes
Staying away from the sweet stuff will kill a few calories, but won’t necessarily eradicate diabetes. Diabetes is a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism and occurs due to change in the combination of genetic and lifestyle factors including high-calorie diets, overweight and physical inactivity.
You must know that it is not the sugar,which causes diabetes rather it is inability of the body to effectively metabolise carbohydrates, which lead to diabetes.
Carbohydrate make you fat
Whether a carb will make you fat or not depends on the type of carbohydrate you are eating. Choosing the healthiest carbohydrates especially whole grains, is more important to your well being.
You must know that carbohydrates are essential to a healthy diet, providing energy for the whole body. If you have a complex carbohydrates in your diet it will not make you fat like whole grains, fruits, vegetables etc.
Coffee is Unhealthy
This misconception may be because of the caffeine that is found in coffee. However, coffee is rich in antioxidants and may fight certain health conditions like Alzheimer’s disease.
You must know the truth that is the sugar and cream which you add to your coffee which makes it unhealthy. If you take sugar and cream less it would be healthy for you.
Conclusion
We hope that now you are clear about the misconception related to the different foods you eat. So plan your balanced diet by including them into your diet and make yourself healthy.
