Tag: Nutritional myths

Raw apricot kernels contain a compound called amygdalin, which the body can convert into cyanide. This means that when you swallow an apricot seed—the kernel inside the hard pit—you expose your body to a potentially dangerous substance, with serious health consequences depending on the amount ingested.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, sweat is about 99% water, with the remaining 1% consisting of a small amount of electrolytes and other substances. This simple fact, however, often leads to misunderstandings about the purported nutritional benefits or cleansing properties of perspiration, so does sweat have nutritional value?

Recent research suggests that while unprocessed sugars may contain trace nutrients, their overall nutritional benefits are minimal compared to refined sugar. In reality, the difference in health impact is often less significant than marketing campaigns would have you believe, prompting us to ask: is unprocessed sugar truly better for you?

Despite popular searches for information on its dosage, vitamin B16 is not a true vitamin and is not recognized by the medical community. It is more accurately a dietary supplement known as dimethylglycine (DMG), which is derived from the amino acid glycine. This article clarifies why there is no recommended daily intake for vitamin B16 and discusses the scientific and safety concerns surrounding it.

An estimated 75 million people in the USA, Europe, and Japan are affected by osteoporosis. For years, a widespread myth suggested that a high-protein diet could be a cause, but does eating too much protein cause osteoporosis, or is this concern based on flawed science?

Over 50% more inorganic arsenic has been found in brown rice compared to white rice, which is concentrated in the bran. This raises concerns for many health-conscious consumers and leads to questions about whether the whole grain's phytic acid, or 'anti-nutrient' content, means brown rice can stop nutrient absorption.

Globally, iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia, affecting up to 25% of the world's population. Despite persistent myths, can fennel cause anemia or does it offer protective benefits? In fact, fennel is a nutrient-rich food that contains iron and other compounds that can actually support healthy red blood cell production.

While vitamin B1 (thiamine) is a powerhouse for energy metabolism, it is not the key player in treating standard iron deficiency. The question, 'Does B1 help with iron deficiency?' often stems from misunderstandings about the roles of different B vitamins and how they affect blood health. This article clarifies thiamine's function and explains which nutrients are truly vital for healthy iron levels.

According to a 2013 systematic review published in the *American Journal of Clinical Nutrition*, there is no scientific evidence to validate the purported health benefits of the blood type diets. Despite this, the myth that people with blood type O can't eat avocados continues to circulate, based on the discredited theory that food compatibility is determined by blood type.

Despite its healthy-sounding name, a standard 20-ounce bottle of vitaminwater can contain as much as 32 grams of added sugar, nearly as much as a can of regular soda. This fact challenges the beverage's reputation as a healthy hydration choice and raises questions about its true nutritional value.