– Proper nutrition has been a hot topic in the media lately. Whether it’s people trying to lose weight or live longer, it has been discussed at length in everything from daytime television to countless articles. Unfortunately, with everyone and their mom talking about it, it has allowed rumors and myths to spread like wildfire in a global game of telephone. This article will help you debunk some of the more common ones.

1- Potatoes Are Just Empty Calories

– This one has been floating around since the low-carb high-protein craze first began. Potatoes are a great source of carbohydrates, but that’s hardly all they do. Potatoes are high in potassium -even more than bananas- and vitamin C. Not to mention they’re cheaper than the dirt they grow in and keep for quite a while. It keeps them firmly in the category of ‘foods to always have in your pantry’.

2- Egg Yolks Cause Heart Disease

– This myth stemmed from the fact that whole eggs are pretty high in cholesterol. In reality, eating foods that are high in cholesterol doesn’t necessarily make your blood cholesterol levels higher. Your liver makes a lot of it all on its own and when you eat more cholesterol it simply makes less.

– In fact, there a quite a few studies showing that it raises your HDL (your ‘good cholesterol’), not to mention that whole eggs are one of the most nutritious foods out there!

3- Coffee Is Bad for You

– A lot of folks have pushed the logic that coffee is unhealthy because of the caffeine content. While it is true that too much caffeine can be bad for you, moderate amounts can help you out.
Coffee is also a huge source of antioxidants (even more than fruits and vegetables) and lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes. It’s great for your mental health too, lowering the risk of depression, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s.

4- Many Small Meals Are Better Than A Few Average Meals

– This myth has been touted for a long time, especially among bodybuilders and fitness gurus, claiming that it kicks up your metabolism. This is blatantly untrue. While it can help people dealing with excessive hunger, there has been a lot of studies done that show that 2-3 meals has the exact same effect as eating 5-6 meals when it comes to your metabolism. There has also been a more recent study that suggests that more frequent meals can increase liver and stomach fat.

– There’s absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to be healthier. In fact, it’s fantastic! But make sure you’re checking the facts of the newest diet or hot tip, because a lot of them can be twisted and distorted. It’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your health!

– So, dear Internet users and readers, we who love to eat and drink, we who enjoy so many snacks and desserts, do we eat the right foods that help us maintain good health or keep a normal weight? When our taste buds call us to satisfy all the flavors we love so much, do we space the hours of intake to avoid being overweight? We are not all available to cook at any time, but we are all attracted by the cooked dishes that are sold in the supermarket, do we not consume them in excess? Let’s think about it to better manage our health!

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– Anne-Vasthi