Today, society is suffering from the phenomenon of information overload.
The nutrition and food niche and market are also affected. That's why, in this blog post, we'll try to debunk some myths that have been created around certain foods, as well as "miracle" diets and inappropriate exclusions of certain foods that can be considered delicacies for our palates.
1. Carbohydrates are bad
Potatoes, pasta, cereals, fruit... Many carbohydrates have been accused of being fattening or of being bad for eating before going to sleep... Nothing could be further from the truth.
While it's true that carbohydrates eventually break down into sugar (the simplest carbohydrate), they are an essential macronutrient for our daily lives, as they are the main source of energy we ingest.
Furthermore, a good source of carbohydrates before bed will provide us with a more enriching sleep, as we will feel fuller and more satiated.
2. There are foods that make you lose or gain weight
Once again... Another myth that crucifies certain foods or meals you like. Why should I stop eating a food I like? Is that supposed to be healthy and "fit"?
We must find balance. Nothing you eat will make you gain or lose weight; that's the responsibility of your daily energy balance: what you consume vs. what you expend. You can get more information about this in this article.
3. Salt is bad for the human body
Salt is a combination of two electrolytes essential for the body's development and functions. It's more essential than you think.
Like everything else, too much is bad and can lead to certain problems such as high blood pressure or heart disease. Control your daily salt intake, but don't eliminate it completely (0.04-0.06 g of salt per kg of body weight per day is a good indicator).
4. The more you sweat, the more fat you burn
Wrong. You lose water and minerals when you sweat, not fat. Sweating can make you lose weight due to dehydration, but you won't be losing fat.
5. You can lose localized fat from a specific area of the body
How many times have you heard... "I just want to lose a little bit of belly fat, I look good everywhere else," "I'm going to do 200 sit-ups a day to slim down my stomach"... I'm sure thousands of times.
Well, this is impossible. Body fat is distributed throughout the body and depends largely on each person's genetics. When you lose fat, you'll lose it from all parts of the body, not just from one specific area.