One of the biggest dilemmas for dieters is sorting fact from fiction when it comes to nutrition claims. So, get ready to set five of those urban, nutrition myths straight.

 ‘Lite’ means a product is low in fat

Seeing the word “lite” on a product may automatically trigger a response to purchase that product. More often than not people are buying these products because they believe that “lite” products are low in fat. This word can be quite deceiving considering it can have other meanings. For example, ‘lite’ oil means light in colour and ‘lite’ dry biscuits can mean light in salt. The fat and kilojoule content of these products is usually the same as the regular product.

Olive oil is lower in fat than other oils

Olive oil contains the same amount of fat as other oils. The type of fat found in oils varies – olive oil contains predominantly monounsaturated fat.

These healthy fats can help control cholesterol levels if they replace saturated fats in the diet. Olive oil
also supplies beneficial anti-oxidants. But if you are watching your weight, the amount of all fat in your diet should be controlled, including the use of oils.

By increasing my protein intake I will build huge muscles

Adequate protein is essential for muscle repair and maintenance. However, every gram of dietary protein is not converted to a gram of muscle.

Consuming more protein than your body requires can result in the excess being stored as fat if your overall kilo joule intake exceeds energy expenditure. Without the appropriate strength training regime your body will not automatically convert the protein to muscle. So if you want to increase your muscle mass, combine a well-balanced diet with an appropriate strength training program.

Bananas are loaded with fat

Bananas are high in energy-giving carbohydrates and low in fat. They are a good source of fibre, potassium and vitamin C. Some  people   believe  they  are  high in fat because of the creamy texture and sweet taste of the perfectly ripened banana. However, once you dip banana in batter, deep fry it and call it a banana fritter – well that’s a different story! 

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