Nutrition Myths to Stop Believing
By Sara Butler
The internet is the new Wild West. You can find all kinds of information out there, some of it true and some of it a big old pile of lies. When it comes to health and nutrition, there’s a lot of information to sort through. Some of it is good and some of it is, well, horse chips (we are talking about the Wild West, afte all). Here are some of the most prevalent nutrition myths you need to stop believing!
Myth No. 1: You Need a Juice Cleanse
Here’s the thing: Your body is self-cleaning. It doesn’t require a juice or any other concoction to get the job done. You simply need to drink the recommended amount of water per day for your size and activity level. Drinking a certain kind of juice isn’t going to flush you out or boost your metabolism. Your kidneys and liver work hard to filter out all the stuff your body doesn’t need each day to make sure you’re healthy. A balanced diet and proper nutrition are all you need to get the job done.
Myth No. 2: Canola Oil is Toxic!
There’s a rumor going around the internet that canola oil is toxic because it’s made from rapeseed plants. The truth is that canola oil is made from the seeds of the canola plant, not the rapeseed plant. Rapeseed is actually harmful to your health, but canola is not! Canola oil actually is pretty healthy for you because it’s low in saturated fat and provides your body with important omega-3 fatty acids. In fact, canola oil is right behind olive oil as the healthiest oils you can use.
Myth No. 3: Sea Salt is Low in Sodium
If you believe for a moment that sea salt is any different than table salt, then sorry to disappoint you, but that’s simply not true. Gourmet salts from distant corners of the world are certainly popular, but there’s nothing special about them. They all have the same amount of sodium per teaspoon, which is about 2,300 milligrams. Neither version has more minerals than another, either. One difference you can find in sea salt is that it lacks iodine, so don’t use sea salt exclusively in your diet or you could be at risk for iodine deficiency.
Get your facts straight so you can keep your body healthy and your wellness intact! If you ever wonder if something you read is true, discuss it with your chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic -- they're a great resource.
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