7 Diet Myths That Have Been Misleading You For Years

"Always Opt For Low-Fat Options"

When foods are labeled as low-fat, they should really be labeled as lacking flavor. After all, removing fat from food commonly removes its flavor. To add flavor, manufacturers typically add additives and sugar to low-fat foods. This can make them less healthy than their full-fat counterparts. For this reason, enjoying a spoon of real peanut butter made only from peanuts is better than eating a scoop of a low-fat counterpart, which has a much longer ingredient list. In general, the fewer ingredients a food contains, the healthier it is. Low-fat diets may contain fewer calories than a full-fat diet. However, the latter usually contains more whole foods and lean proteins, which are key for achieving long-term health goals.