Do muscles turn into fat without training?
There is a common misconception that if you stop exercising, your muscles will turn into fat. However, this statement is far from the truth. Muscle and fat cells are two different types of tissue that cannot simply transform into one another. When you engage in training and physical activity, your body develops and strengthens muscles. […]
Main myths about health and sport
Myth: Workout is not effective if there is no pain afterwards We often feel muscle discomfort after an intense workout. This is a natural reaction of the body that is associated with microtrauma in muscle tissue, and not necessarily with the accumulation of lactic acid. However, despite popular belief, muscle pain is not a guarantee […]
Myths about spoiled products
Myth: It’s easy to spot spoiled food If the products are bad, it is immediately noticeable. In addition, if one of the eaters gets poisoned, it will happen immediately. These statements are not true. The appearance of symptoms of poisoning and their severity depend on various factors, such as the type of microbe, the degree […]
Fat: hero or antihero?
Myth: You can fry in any oil Cooking and frying food is often associated with the use of sunflower oil. However, many believe that animal fats such as butter and lard are less preferable due to their cholesterol content. Despite this, sunflower oil can upset the balance of omega-3 and omega-6 in the body, and […]
Should we wash fruits and vegetables?
Myth: Fruits and vegetables don’t need to be washed Many people believe that if you only eat the inside of a fruit (such as a banana or melon), then there is no need to wash it. However, bacteria such as Listeria, E. coli and Salmonella may be present on the surface of the fruit. They […]
5 Myths About Nutrition: Chocolate, Fast Food, Milk, Smoothies and Pineapple
Myth: Chocolate and dairy products cause acne There is a belief that there is a link between eating foods with a high glycemic index and acne. However, it should be understood that sugar is necessary for the body and its complete exclusion from the diet is unjustified. Recommendations to avoid dairy products to combat acne […]
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