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CBS and WebMD posted an interesting rundown debunking the top 10 diet myths. Some myths included–”don’t eat late at night,” “drinking lots of water helps you lose weight,” and “sea salt is better than table salt.” There are dozens more out there that need to be seriously vetted by the pros. At least here is some helpful information to get us on the path to better weight management.

The article leaves us with some good advice:

How to Spot a Diet Myth

New diet myths can crop up at any time; fads come and go. To Duyff, the task of telling nutrition myth from reality boils down to this: Step back, check out the evidence, and be a bit skeptical. Here is Duyff’s specific advice:

• Look for red flags, such as promises that sound too good to be true or dramatic statements refuted by reputable health organizations.
• Think critically. Consider the “facts” touted in diet myths. Are they from biased or preliminary research? “One study doesn’t make a fact,” Duyff says. “The messages need to be evidence-based,” which means multiple studies conducted in large groups of people and reviewed by independent scientists.
• Ask an expert. A registered dietitian or other health professional can help you tell nutritional fact from fiction.
• Remember, there are no magic bullets. “The true approach to good health includes an overall healthy eating pattern, enjoyed and followed over time,” Duyff says.

Any diet myths you think to be bunk? Post them in the comments below.

Read the full article:
CBS News [The Truth Behind 10 Diet Myths]