Those healthy guidelines you may have been living may have actually been myths.
Last week it was revealed that getting in your 10,000 steps per day was all just a Japanese marketing ploy that have very little scientific backing.
In fact Dr. Donald Hensrud, associate professor of medicine and nutrition at the Mayo Clinic told the Post, “It’s important to look at what scientific evidence exists when evaluating the accuracy of these myths.”
According to Dr. Hensrud these are six commonly accepted health myths that you probably have followed at some point.
- Drinking eight glasses of water daily is crucial: Hensrud says, “There is no magic about 8 glasses and that peoples need for water very.”
- Eating late at night caused weight gain: He says, “Calories are calories but adds limiting eating to certain hours is helpful.”
- Breakfast is the most important meal: Hensrud says, “Evidence is conflicting but those who eat breakfast may be less likely to overeat.”
- Organic food is better for you: When it comes to organic food Hensrud said, “Though it’s commonly believed organic is healthier then non-organic, it’s not necessarily ture.”
- Exercising at a particular time is most effective: He says, “You should exercise whenever you can fit it in your schedule.”
- Coffee is bad for you: Hensrud said, “Coffee has been linked to a decreased risk of diabetes, Parkinson’s and number of other health risks.”
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