Download In the Spirit of Health, August 2015

3 John 1: 2
“I pray that you may enjoy good health
and that all may go well with you.”
LEARN HOW TO LOWER YOUR CHANCES OF GETTING CANCER
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AUGUST 2015
8 Food
myths Get the facts
Maintaining a healthy diet is an important part of reducing your
risk for cancer. Take a look at some myths that may be stopping
you from eating a balanced diet and maintaining a healthy weight.
Myth 1 : Eating fat makes you fat.
Fact: While fat contains about twice as many calories as
carbohydrates or protein, it helps you feel full longer, which
can reduce snacking. You also need fat to absorb vitamins,
A, D, E and K. Eat most of your fats from plant foods like
avocados, olive oil, nuts and seeds.
Myth 2: Frozen produce isn’t as healthy as fresh produce.
Fact: Some frozen produce may be more nutritious than fresh
produce. Frozen produce is chilled within a few hours of being
picked, which locks in nutrients at the height of ripeness.
Myth 3 : Juice cleanses or detoxes are good for you.
Fact: Drinking only fruit and vegetable juices can cause
headaches, low energy and nausea and it can be dangerous
if continued for too long. Your body naturally removes harmful
toxins that could put your health at risk.
More food myths
1. Exercise helps you maintain a healthy balance of calories eaten and calories burned....... 1 True 1 False
2. Dietary fats are necessary to help your body absorb vitamins. ........................................... 1 True 1 False
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Myth 4 : Eating only “superfoods” prevents cancer.
Fact: While eating a healthy diet may help to reduce your cancer
risk, loading up on just one or two “superfoods”, like blueberries
or garlic isn’t going to protect you from the disease. A balanced
diet that supports good health includes vegetables, fruits, whole
grains and beans.
Myth 5 : Eggs are unhealthy.
Fact: Eggs are a great source of choline, which can be good
for memory and brain function. They also contain omega-3 fats,
which can help reduce chronic inflammation.
Myth 6 : Eating late at night causes weight gain.
Fact: Time of day has little to do with your weight. What you eat,
how many calories you consume and your activity level are more
important than the time of day you’re eating.
Myth 7 : If you exercise, you can eat whatever you want.
Fact: Exercise can help you to maintain a balance between the
calories you eat and the calories you burn, but you still need to
eat a balanced diet. Exercise and a balanced diet help you
maintain a healthy weight so you can reduce your chances for
certain cancers.
Myth 8 : Steer clear of carbs.
Fact: To stay healthy, your body needs foods that provide energy.
This includes carbohydrates. Eat carbs like brown rice, oats,
whole wheat bread, sweet potatoes, fresh corn or peas. Limit
white bread and sweets.
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