COMMON DIET AND NUTRITION MYTHS
We Need to Shed
In a world where we’re barraged with diet and exercise tips constantly, are we really surprised that many are not exactly true? Thinking critically about the diet and exercise tips we read about is important, but sometimes myths about these subjects become so ingrained in popular culture that we have to actively discredit them. Here are a few diet and nutrition myths you should shed from your mind right now. EATING SMALLER MEALS EVERY 2–3 HOURS IS HEALTHIER FOR YOU. Some sources have claimed that eating five or six smaller meals per day, rather than eating three larger meals, will help you lose weight, but other studies suggest this method doesn’t make a meaningful difference to your weight or overall health. Plus, it’s just inconvenient to eat that often. Instead, just eat when you feel hungry and choose something nutritious to munch on. ‘ORGANIC’ AND ‘GLUTEN-FREE’ ARE SYNONYMOUS WITH ‘HEALTHY.’ Entire menus and restaurants have been founded on the “organic” and “gluten-free” crazes. But junk food is just as easy to make with organic ingredients, and gluten-free processed foods can be just as bad for you because they probably contain other harmful ingredients to make up for the lack of gluten. Plus, gluten isn’t healthy or unhealthy unless you have celiac disease or other medical conditions associated with gluten.
BECOMING HEALTHIER IS ALL ABOUT LOSING WEIGHT. Many times, we focus our journey toward healthier living solely on losing weight. While weight loss can certainly be a part of being healthier, it’s usually just one piece of the puzzle. People with healthy body weights can have the same metabolic problems as someone who is obese, and someone who is obese can be metabolically healthy. To truly work toward a healthier lifestyle, focus on your whole metabolic health, which includes blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and other factors, not just your weight. As you begin to tackle your New Year’s resolutions, remember to do your research and make sure your fitness and nutrition goals are worth achieving and not the product of popular myths!
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VEGAN CAESAR DRESSING
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Nothing pulls together a salad quite like a delicious Caesar dressing. This easy vegan recipe takes just five minutes to make and keeps for 5–7 days in the fridge.
“Be persevering at the bottom, humble at the top.” –Maxime Lagacé
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup hummus
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2 tsp capers, minced
5 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp spicy mustard 1 tbsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp lemon zest
3 tsp caper brining juice
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Hot water, as needed
DIRECTIONS
1. In a small bowl, add all ingredients and whisk to combine. 2. If needed, add a bit of hot water to thin the dressing until it will pour. 3. Serve with salad or refrigerate for later!
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