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10 Health Myths Busted (saje nk speaking petang2 ni :p)

Oke semua :) Myths tu ape? Myths=mitos oke bagi yg belum tahu la..

Myth 01 : Avoid eggs to cut cholesterol

It's true eggs contain cholesterol, but cutting them entirely from your diet won't do much to reduce your cholesterol levels. Most of the excess cholesterol comes from eating too much saturated fat like fatty cuts of meat, cakes, pastries and so on. Cut down on these and eat meals high in soluble fibre, such as oats and legumes.

Myth 02 : Milk enhances garlic breath

Scientist has found that milk actually neutralises some of the odour-producing compounds in garlic. The remedy works best if you drink some milk while you are savouring your favourite pasta or soon after.

Myth 03 : Meals served on bigger plates makes you eat less

Food served on a large plate can look empty and may prompt you to it fill up with extra sides. If the same amount is served on a smaller plate, the eye can trick your mind into thinking you’re eating more than you are.

Myth 04 : You’d be healthy if you avoid salt

Salt has a bad rep for causing all sorts of cardio-related problems. The truth is, like other minerals, salt is essential to our daily diet. Sodium is a mineral that regulates the fluid balance of the body. Studies have shown that eating too much salt may increase risks of developing a high blood pressure, but avoiding it totally would upset your natural body function.

Myth 05 : I don’t need to waste time stretching before run

Any experienced runner will tell you that stretching is essential to getting the most out your run. Dynamic stretching helps to stretch the muscles, encourage blood flow and wake up. So touch your toes, swing your hips and reach for the sky. All done and now you are ready to run!

Myth 06 : Going to bed hungry is better than eating dinner right before bed

It’s not advisable to go to bed hungry, says Melinda Johnson, RD, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, as a hungry, restless night makes for grogginess the next day and could make you eat more as your body is craving for the calories for energy. “Try having a light calorie pre-bed snack that includes carbohydrate and protein,” suggest Michael Breus, PhD, author of The Sleep Doctor’s Diet Plan. The carbo-protien combo triggers the bbrain to produce serotin, a calming hormone that aids sleeping too.

Myth 07 : Lifting weight will stunt you

We use muscle to lift or press weights and the only instance where training could cause a person to shrink would be through injury or fracture of a bone. This myth possibly came about because some people may appear to shrink as they lift with poor technique which leads to muscular imbalance and postural deviance. Be sure your technique is right speak to a trainer and you’ll be ok.

Myth 08 : If I don’t exercise really hard, it’s a waste of time

Moderate exercise such as a brisk walk or dancing to your favourite tunes can be beneficial to your health. Even gardening for as little as an hour a week could reduce the risk of heart disease, so just imagine what taking taking the flight of steps up to the office or walking to the local grocery could do for you.

Myth 09 : I’m not fat or overweight, therefore I don’t need to exercise

Many people think the only objective of exercising is to lose weight. Physical activity not only helps you achieve that but it also gives energy, strengthens your body, gives you better posture, improves your mental fortitude including helping you to manage stress better.

Myth 10 : Vegetarians have a hard time building muscles

To build muscle, you need three consistent elements; stimulus from exercise, calories and nutrients to support muscle building and recovery. Vegetables are filled with slow-digesting carbs, a variety of minerals and vitamins regulate your body’s function helping you to stay storng and energized. Legumes, nuts, tofu, and bean sprouts are packed with protein and helps you build muscle.