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dietitian Q&A INTERNET DIET MYTHS There’s a lot of nutrition information on social media—and it’s not always accurate. Get the facts below. minerals, curb cravings and help maintain energy levels. Avoid common snack foods like chips, candy and other refined items that have unnecessary calories and sugar that may leave you feeling sluggish. Elisa Sloss, RD, LD Vice President, HealthMarket Q: Do carbohydrates make you gain weight? A: It depends on the type of carbohydrate. Simple carbohydrates in desserts, snack foods, white bread, rice and pasta are often higher in calories and sugar, and they have minimal nutritional value. Consistently overindulging in these items may lead to weight gain. Complex carbohydrates from whole grain foods, beans and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals and especially fiber, which helps you feel full for longer periods of time. Q: Is snacking throughout the day bad for my health? A: Not necessarily! There The key to weight loss is a combination of consistent exercise and a diet filled with nutrient-rich vegetables, fruits, whole grains and lean meats. Q: Are fat-free or low-fat versions of foods healthier? A: These foods may have less fat or no fat, but it’s common for manufacturers to replace fat with other ingredients, such as sugar. Because there’s less fat, some people may be inclined to eat more, but these products may have just as many or more calories than the original products. Q: Can certain foods burn calories? A: No single food will help burn calories. Some nutrients like caffeine and capsaicin, a compound in hot peppers, may slightly increase metabolism but not enough for significant calorie burn or weight loss. 78 PERCENT OF RESPONDENTS IN A SURVEY FROM THE INTERNATIONAL FOOD INFORMATION COUNCIL SAY THEY ENCOUNTER CONFLICTING INFORMATION ABOUT WHAT TO EAT. are plenty of benefits to snacking healthfully. Snacking on nutrient-rich foods like fruits and veggies will increase your intake of vitamins and Sources: medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19529.htm#:~:text=Complex%20carbohydrates% 20are%20found%20in,body%20and%20in%20the%20brain. medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000893.htm heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/add-color/healthy-snacking health.harvard.edu/diet-and-weight-loss/carbohydrates--good-or-bad-for-you health.clevelandclinic.org/good-carb-bad-carb-dont-buy-into-4-myths/ foodinsight.org/survey-nutrition-information-abounds-but-many-doubt-food-choices/ Q: Does eating at night lead to weight gain? A: Gaining or losing weight has more to do with what you eat than when you eat. Consistently giving in to late-night cravings for sweets may result in weight gain. Instead, choose something light and nutritious like berries and Greek yogurt. Q: Do detox diets rid the body of toxins? A: According to the Mayo Clinic, there’s little evidence to support that detox or cleansing diets eliminate toxins. Organs like the liver and kidneys act as cleansing systems that remove waste from the body.

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