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More Myths
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There isn't a subject that attracts more myths than food and diet. The reason for this is that one thing we must do is eat or we'll die so there isn't much choice when it comes to food. Our food supply isn't as safe as it used to be, pick up a newspaper and see for yourself, it seems that there is always someone somewhere getting sick from ecoli or some other food born illness. Salmonela from eggs was the last rumour circulating the UK and was proved to be totally unfoundered. Here we'll have a look at some more of the well known myths surrounding food and see if there is any substance to them. |
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| Can eggs cause Salmonela?
No they can't. The rumour was startedoff in the UK by an member of parliament of all people. It had a devestating effect on the industry and was scientificly proven to be complete nonsense. The MP ended up losing her a job as a result of the scandal she caused.
Does an apple a day keep the doctor away?
Yes it does. There are many good things about apples. They help reduce the risk of cancer. They also help lower cholesterol. Who says that old sayings aren't true?
Do cherries relieve pain?
The answer is yes. People who eat at least 20 tart cherries a day have a reduction in pain from arthritis.
Can coffee cure a hang over?
No it can't. Caffeine can't cure a hang over. You get hung over because you are lacking water. The alcohol took a big chunk of the water from your system. Caffeine actually makes you urinate. So really it has the opposite effect.
Are preservatives bad for you?
No, they aren't. If anything they are what keeps you from getting sick. If it weren't for these, many more people would get sick and die from the food they eat.
Do beans cause gas?
Yes they do. They are high in fiber. A lot of things that are high in fiber actually cause gas. Also, things like corn and peppers also cause gas. Soaking beans before you cook them can take away some of the gas, but it won't take all of it.
Does parsley take away bad breath?
Yes it does. So does other green leafy veggies that contain chlorophyll.
Do carrots improve your eye sight?
No, they don't. Do do however, make your eyes healthy. That may sound like it contradicts its self, but it doesn't. They don't improve your eyesight, but they do help you maintain your current ability to see.
Can swallowing gum cause stomach problems?
It can cause gas, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If you are chewing gum that has sorbitol, that could be causing problems too. Oddly enough, this is also found in semen.
Should we eat fast?
The less that you chew your food, that means the more your stomach will have to work to digest your food. You have teeth with many different uses. Some are for cutting and some are for grinding. You should make the most out of them. This is why it is important that you take good care of your teeth.
Summary
Hopefully this should put you staright on some of the old wives tales that have been doing the rounds since time began. There is truth and substance behindsome of the myths but they should be taken with a pinch of salt until you get the facts. If you are curious about a myth, do some research on it. You will be surprised at how much information you will learn. This page will put some of those burning questions to bed and put your mind at ease. For more on this subject, also see Diet Myth or Fact.
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