March 11, 1997

nutrition myths

The marketplace is full of confusing messages about food and nutrition Here are some common food myths de- stroyed:

Myth #1 - Snacking between meals is bad for you.

Contrary to what you may have heard. eating sev- eral small meals throughout the day will boost your meta- bolic rate. help you feel more energetic and make it easier for you to manage your weight. However. what you choose for a snack is also important. Variety and moderation also apply. Some snacking choices include: fruits or vegetables. yogurt. air popped popcorn. a low fat muffin or lower fat gram crackers To help teach kids the benefits of healthy snacking habits, plan or sched- ule snack breaks so they can learn that snacking does not mean continuous eating.

Myth #2 - Nutritious food is more expensive.

The good news is that some of the most economical foods are also the most nutri- tious foods. For example:

The typical student diet.

breads, cereals, pasta, rice, baked beans. chili, fruits and vegetables are all lower in fat and higher in complex carbo- hydrates and fibre.. There are plenty of economical food choices within each food group so load up vour shopping cart the next time vou go shopping. And remember, foods come in a variety of range of sizes, shapes. textures and tastes. including frozen or canned

Myth #3 - Lower fat eating does not taste good.

Enjoying delicious food is one of life’s pleasures and healthy eating can taste great. Be adventurous! Experiment with new foods. new recipes and the many ethnic cuisines available.

Myth #4 - Avoiding red meat will make you healthier.

Meat is an important source of iron and zinc, two nutrients that many Canadians have difficulty obtaining in ad- equate amounts. Eliminating one food from your diet is not the answer... it is a question of how much and how often. Choose today’s leaner cuts of meat in smail amounts.

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Myth #5 - Cereals are for children only.

Cereals are a great way to start anyone's morning, But don't think of cereals just as a morning food, they can be en- joyed at any time of the day. Most cereals provide a source of dietary fibre, iron, B vita- mins, zinc and energy.

Myth #6 - Sugar is a major cause of certain health problems.

With the exception of cavities, there is no evidence that moderate consumption of sugar poses health problems. There is no evidence to sup- port the beliefs that sugar causes cancer. heart disease. diabetes. obesity, or even hy- peractivity in children. As far as your enjoyment of sweet foods like desserts, these foods can be a part of overall healthy eating patterns if eaten in bal- ance and moderation over time. Many foods like cereals, fruit or yogurt, which contain sugar are good sources of many 1m- portant nutrients such as vita- mins and minerals.

Adapted from “All Foods Can Fit” booklet, produced by dieticians of Canada.

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