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Myth:
Brown eggs are healthier than white eggs
Fact:
Brown and white eggs have the same exact nutritional content. The only difference is the color of the shells, and this is because brown and white eggs are produced by different breeds of hens. People in general tend to automatically think that brown eggs are healthier just because brown color is always known to be healthier and better
Myth:
Brown grain products are also known as whole grain products
Fact:
Brown dyes and additives can trick people into thinking that the product is multigrain. Always check the nutrition label and ingredients to make sure that it is whole grain
Myth:
Whole flax seeds can aid in lowering bad cholesterol and raising good cholesterol
Fact:
Whole flax seed is not beneficial to the body if not grinded prior to eating. The human body does not have the enzyme required to digest fiber and therefore will not be able to utilize the nutrients and benefits of the seeds with out it being ground first. It is recommended to have 1-2 tablespoons per day
Myth:
Eggs raise cholesterol
Fact:
Back in the day people used to think that eggs raise cholesterol because the yolk part of the egg contains cholesterol. However research showed that consuming eggs in moderation i.e. one egg per day is not enough to raise the cholesterol in the blood. So enjoy your eggs
Myth:
Carbohydrates makes you gain weight so avoid it
Fact:
The main source of energy that the body uses in order to perform daily activities is glucose which comes from carbohydrate. Therefore, it is essential for carbohydrates to be incorporated in meals. However, just like protein and fat, excess intake of macronutrients does get converted to fat. Therefore eat in moderation and workout to burn any excess intake