Heart Foundation Reports:
Quick Summary
There are plenty of food myths disguised as facts on the internet, discussed at dinner parties, and in magazines. It can be both confusing and contradictory.
Key Points
- There are lots of myths out there around food and heart health.
- It’s important to be able to separate fact from myth to eat well for your heart.
- Heart healthy eating is the holistic combination of food you eat over time.
- No single nutrient or food will cause or prevent heart disease on its own.
9 Food Myths Busted
- The linked article tells the truth about 9 common food and heart-health myths.
The article states:
Myths start for all sorts of reasons, and there may even be elements of truth in some. To separate fact from fiction, trust authoritative sources, like government or peer-reviewed scientific publications, for credible information. And remember that leading a healthier life is all about balance.