It can get pretty confusing with all the different information out there about nutrition which is why the guys at Womenâs Health  asked several nutritionists to set the record straight on some of the biggest healthy-eating myths around.
Myth: Frozen Fruits and Veggies Are Less Nutritious Than Fresh Ones
"Frozen fruits and vegetables are flash-frozen within hours of being picked, locking in a majority of the nutrients," says Joy Bauer, M.S., R.D., the nutrition and health expert for NBCâs TODAY Show and founder of NourishSnacks. She recommends taking advantage of fresh produce when you canâbut keeping a stash of frozen produce on-hand for times when youâre in a rush or you canât buy that item fresh because itâs not in-season.
Myth: You Need to Cleanse or Detox
"The body already does that for you," says Kristin Kirkpatrick, M.S., R.D., a wellness manager at the Cleveland Clinic Wellness Institute. "You donât need a buy a juice or pill to accomplish that."
Myth: You Have to Count Calories to Lose Weight
"Consuming 100 caloriesâ worth of cupcakes, soda, or French fries is not the same as eating 100 calories of vegetables or brown rice," says Keri Glassman, R.D., a Womenâs Healthcontributor. "I tell clients to stop getting caught up in the number of calories and instead focus on where you are getting them from." If youâre mindful and consume the vitamins and minerals your body needs, youâll be able to drop pounds without becoming obsessive about calorie counting. AMEN TO THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Myth: One Type of Diet is Better Than Others
"The reality is weâre all individuals with unique needs, likes/dislikes, and intolerances," says Katie Cavuto, M.S., R.D., the dietician for the Phillies and the Flyers. "We have to take time to listen to our bodiesâ needs to truly determine what works for each of us."
Myth: Eating Fat will Make You Fat
"According to abundant amounts of research, the opposite is true," says Kirkpatrick. Granted, what kind of fat youâre eating makes a big difference. "Opt for healthy fats that promote cardiovascular healthâmonounsaturated and essential fatty acids," suggests Glassman. Find out how much of each type of fat you should be consuming.
Myth: A Juice Cleanse is a Great Way to Jumpstart Your Metabolism
"While juicing is great because youâre getting a lot of vitamins and minerals, most commercial juices are void of protein,"Â says Bauer. "You need protein to rev your metabolism and help steady blood sugar."Â If you really love to juice, only do it for one meal a dayâand make sure to add a scoop of Greek yogurt or protein powder to your drink. And if you donât love following a liquid diet, definitely donât feel like you have to juice.
Myth: Eggs are bad for you
"I have so many clients come to me who are egg-phobic," says Brooke Alpert, M.S., R.D., founder of B Nutritious. In reality, eggs are packed with nutrients; there are six grams of protein and five grams of fat in each one. "The combination of fat and protein promotes satiety,â says Michelle Davenport, Ph.D., R.D., a Silicon Valley nutritionist. And definitely donât discard the yolk. "Itâs full of essential fatty acids like DHA (for healthy brains!) and arachidonic acid," says Davenport.
Myth: Eating After 6 p.m. Causes Weight Gain
"It doesnât matter how late you eat, but rather what you eat," say Keri Gans, R.D., author of The Small Change Diet. âIf you eat more calories than your body needs, you will gain weightâeven if dinner was at 5 p.m. The problem is, most people who eat late at night are starved and wind up overeating.â
Myth: Itâs Important to Eat Several Small Meals Each Day
Mitzi Dulan, R.D., author of The Pinterest Diet, recommends sticking with three meals per day and one snack. Why? âEating five to six small meals can lead to unsatisfying meals,â she says. Also, when it feels like you never stop eating; itâs easy to take in too many calories.
Myth: Low- or No-Carb Diets Are Good for You
"Your brain needs carbs to function,"Â says Glassman. Granted, your brain doesnât need refined carbs like white bread, pasta, candy, and cookies. The best sources of healthy carbohydrates are whole grains, veggies, and fruits. "What matters is where you get your carbs from,"Â says Glassman. (Source - Womenâs Health)
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