More Myths

When it comes to myths, food and sex are at the top of the list. I think mostly due to the fact that these are two things that we do in life. We have to have sex or we don't reproduce. We have to eat or we will die. There isn't much choice when it comes to food. Here we will discuss more of the food myths. Bookmark this article, because you are bound to learn something new. Our food supply isn't as safe as it used to be. All you need to do is pick up a newspaper and see that for yourself. It seems that somewhere there is always someone getting sick from ecoli or some other food born illness.

Are preservatives bad for you?

No, they aren't. they also prevent you from getting sick. If it weren't for these, many more people would get sick and die from the food they eat.

Can coffee cure a hang over?

No it can't. Caffeine can't cure a hang over. You get a hung over just because alcohol level is higher then water level in your body hence alcohol “took over”. Caffeine actually makes you urinate. So really it has the opposite effect.

Is it okay to eat fast?

The less that you chew your food, 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.

Do beans cause gas?

Yes they do. They do because they are high in fiber. Gas can be caused by anything that is high in fiber. 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.

Do carrots improve your eye sight?

No, they don't. they 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.

Do cherries relieve pain?

Yes they do. Eating at 20 tart cherries a day has a reduction in pain from arthritis.

Does parsley take away bad breath?

Yes it does. So does other green leafy veggies that contain chlorophyll.

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?
As will all things, take myths with a grain of salt. If you are curious about a myth, do some research on it. You will be surprised at how much information you will learn.