In popular belief there are many myths related to food that have emerged over time and maintained for several generations.
Some examples include the fear of eating mango with milk or eating vegetarian food to lose weight, for example.
However, it is important to be informed before believing in popular myths, as food should be used to improve quality of life and well-being. Below are 7 of the most popular myths about food explained:
1. Vegetarian food makes you lose weight
Vegetarian food does not make you lose weight, as weight loss only happens if there is a reduction in calories consumed. Despite containing more fiber, legumes and vegetables, a vegetarian diet can also contain excess fat, fried foods and high-calorie sauces, which, if not well regulated, favors weight gain.
2. Tea causes impotence
Teas do not cause impotence, but this belief exists because hot drinks give a feeling of relaxation and help to calm down. However, some teas can even be aphrodisiacs, such as black tea and catuaba tea, increasing libido, improving circulation and helping to combat impotence.
3. Mango with milk is bad
We often hear that drinking milk with mango is harmful, but this mixture is rich in nutrients and is very good for your health.
Milk is a complete food, with several nutrients and is only contraindicated in cases of lactose intolerance, while mango is a fruit rich in fiber and enzymes that facilitate digestion, helping to regulate the intestine.
Clear your doubts and find out if eating mango and banana at night is bad for you.
4. Whole foods don’t make you fat
Whole foods, such as whole grains, bread, rice and whole grain pasta, when consumed in excess also make you fat.
Despite being rich in fiber, these foods also contain calories that promote weight gain, if not consumed in a balanced way.
5. Soda gas causes cellulite
In fact, what can increase cellulite is the sugar in soft drinks, not the gas in the drinks. The bubbles that form due to the gas in soft drinks are not related to cellulite, as they do not contain calories and are eliminated from the intestine.
6. Fats are always bad for your health
Fats are not always bad for your health, as the benefit or harm depends on the type and amount of fat you eat. Trans and saturated fats, present in red meat and fried foods, are harmful to health, but unsaturated fats, found in olive oil, fish and dried fruits, help fight cholesterol and improve health, especially the heart.
7. Orange is the fruit richest in vitamin C
Although orange is a fruit well known for having vitamin C, there are other fruits with greater amounts of this vitamin, such as strawberries, acerola, kiwi and guava.
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