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Check out our list of recipes | OSF HealthCare<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Headlines scream: \u201cEat This, NOT That!\u201d Or \u201cTop 10 Foods You Should Never Eat Again!\u201d<\/p>\n

These kinds of messages seem to bombard us every time we go online or turn on the television. That makes it difficult and confusing to figure out what is accurate nutrition information and what isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n

So, here are a few red flags to help spot false nutrition information.<\/p>\n

Promises a quick fix<\/h2>\n

The truth is, quick fixes are not sustainable. There\u2019s no miracle solution to health or weight loss. It\u2019s all about small, gradual lifestyle changes<\/a> to reach your health and wellness goals.<\/p>\n

So, if it promises a quick fix, stay skeptical.<\/p>\n

Sounds too good to be true<\/h2>\n

These claims are often made on dietary supplements that promise something like \u201cquick, easy weight loss<\/a> without diet or exercise!\u201d Or maybe you\u2019ve heard that eating chocolate every day aids in weight loss.<\/p>\n

Regardless of the claim, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.<\/p>\n

Advice not backed up by credible organizations<\/h2>\n

Bottom line: if a reputable organization doesn\u2019t stand behind the information, neither should you.<\/p>\n

Make sure you\u2019re getting your information from reliable sources. Credible nutrition-related organizations include the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics<\/a>, American Heart Association<\/a> and American Institute for Cancer Research<\/a>, just to name a few. And all of them have information available online.<\/p>\n

As a general rule of thumb, websites ending in .gov or .org are more reliable than those ending in .net or .com.<\/p>\n

Lists of \u2018good\u2019 and \u2018bad\u2019 foods<\/h2>\n

There are no superfoods. Nor are there foods that are exclusively bad for you.
\nOf course, we want to limit things like added sugar, sodium and saturated fat, but there\u2019s no food that\u2019s going to make or break your diet.<\/p>\n

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Ultimately, everything can fit in a well-balanced diet in moderation. Use MyPlate.gov<\/a> as your guide, choose healthier options<\/a> most of the time \u2013 and indulge occasionally.<\/p>\n

Based on a single study or animal studies<\/h2>\n

Science is constantly progressing, so new studies surface all the time, often ending up on your news feed. But solid nutrition recommendations come from multiple studies and years of research. One single study is not be enough to justify completely changing your lifestyle and eating habits.<\/p>\n

Also, take note that animal studies can\u2019t really be used to make nutrition recommendations for humans. Animals and humans aren\u2019t exactly the same \u2013 our bodies work differently. So don\u2019t jump to conclusions! Just because something may cause cancer in animals doesn\u2019t necessarily mean it\u2019s going to cause cancer in humans.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, talk to real experts<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a lot of information to sift through on television, in magazines and on the web.<\/p>\n

Ultimately, make sure you\u2019re getting your nutrition information from credible sources, and steer clear of any information that raises red flags. If you\u2019re still left with questions, it\u2019s best to ask the nutrition experts \u2013 registered dietitians<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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