Top 5 nutrition myths you must stop believing

Debunking the myths

Sorting through nutrition-related myths can help you make healthy changes in your eating.

Here we have debunked top 5 food and nutrition-related myths for you: 

1.  If the label on the pack says " no fat" or "low fat",  you can eat as much you want and not gain weight.

Fact: Many low-fat or no-fat food  contain added sugar or salt to make-up for the reduction in fat. These so-called "healthy food" items often have just as many calories or even than the regular version. Always check the nutrition label to see how many calories are in a serving. Ensure to keep a check on how much you eat.

2.  Cutting back on carbs in a must to lose weight.  

Fact:  Carbs are majorly two type: Simple and Complex. Simple carbs are found in food such as refined flour, cookies etc. and lack nutrients and fiber. Complex carbs are present in whole wheat flour, brown rice and fruits etc. They contain fibers and nutrients that are good for you.

To lose weight and stay healthy, cut back on simple carbs but keep complex carbs on the menu.

3.  Brown sugar is healthier than white sugar. 

Fact:  One tablespoon of brown sugar has about 98 grams of carbs and 380 calories on the other hand, one table spoon of white sugar has about 100 grams of carbs and 385 calories. *So calories wise, there is not much difference. Also, brown sugar contains more minerals than white sugar, but the quantities of these minerals are so insignificant that they won't provide any health benefits.

4.  Black salt and rock salt (sendha) are better than regular salt. 

Fact:  Black salt and rock salt may contain a bit of additional minerals than regular salt but that is too less to make a difference. All these salt contain sodium, excess of which can harm your heart and blood pressure. Salt is salt- and all of it should be moderated for better health.

5.  Gluten-free products are always healthier.

Fact: Gluten-free products are meant for people with certain condition such as gluten intolerance. Other have no cause for fear when it comes to consuming gluten. At times, gluten-free products can be more processed and lower in fiber than their gluten-containing versions. 

Just because something says "gluten-free" doesn't mean it is healthier.