Whole Eggs
MYTH:Eggs are way high in cholesterol, and thus cause heart disease.
High cholesterol in the body has more to do with the combination of fats were taking in.
Potatoes
MYTH:They’re fattening.
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TRUTH:They’re fattening, when slathered in oil, doused with sour cream or fried up!
But they can be a healthy carb source.
These also regulate blood sugar levels to keep you full, and they aid in fat-burning."
Cheese
MYTH:Cheese is to blame for weight issues.
Bread
MYTH:Bread-free is better.
So learn to re-enjoy that whole-wheat toast with almond butter and a banana.
Rice
MYTH:Rice will cause you to pack on the pounds.
TRUTH:Carbs can and should be part of a healthy dietrice included.
Brown rice regulates blood sugar keeping us fuller longer, Glassman says.
Its also high in fiber to regulate the digestive system, and has the nutrients selenium and manganese.
Plus its a whole grain, which reduces the risk of heart disease and high cholesterol.
Frozen Veggies
MYTH:Frozen veggies contain less nutrients than the “real deal.”
TRUTH:“Vegetables are usually frozen immediately to retain their nutrients,” says Glassman.
Plus, frozen = easy.
Chocolate
MYTH:It’s fattening, cholesterol-raising and sugar-loaded.
So, keep it to a one-ounce serving, but consider this indulgence a healthy gift to your diet.
Beans
MYTH:Beans are high in carbs, and therefore will cause weight gain.
“And the high-fiber, low-sugar combination prevents insulin from spiking and causing hunger.”
Coconut
MYTH:Coconut is full of saturated fat content and contains too many calories.
Red Meat
MYTH:It’s full of artery-clogging fat and calories.
“You’re getting plenty of iron and immune-building zinc,” says Moskovitz.
Want to get extra credit?
Choose grass-fed beef, which is even better for you with its omega-3 fatty acids to fight inflammation.
Soy
MYTH:It causes cancer.
“There are many more studies that show the exact opposite.
