15 Big Nutrition Myths, Debunked By Experts

Too Much Salt Is Bad

An excessive amount of salt has been linked to cardiovascular problems and hypertension. But the source of the salt should be more of a concern than the amount itself. Sodium is a mineral needed to balance electrolytes in the blood. Without it, the body would not be able to retain proper fluid levels. Replacing high salty fast foods in the diet with fresh cooked vegetables seasoned with olive oil, sea salt and pepper is recommended.

Fruit Is Bad Because It Is High In Sugar

Some people eliminate fruit from their diet because it is too high in sugar. Recent studies have proven that the natural sugars found in fruits have the opposite effect on insulin levels as table sugar and high fructose corn syrup. One study found that when berries were eaten in combination with white bread, the berries reduced the insulin level spike associated with eating white bread.