8 Food Myths to Bust This Year

A lot of people are trying their very best to pursue their New Year's resolution this January. And if your resolution is to diet, lose weight, and eat healthier, then you should definitely bust these food myths this 2016.

First of all, pasta (in moderation) is not the primary culprit for your weight gain. A lot of people seem to think that carbs equal fat, but that is just not the case. Multiple companies such as Barilla have conducted studies and the results are definitely contrary to popular belief. The results show that al dente pasta "does indeed have a glycaemic index comparable with buckwheat or brown rice."

Next, there is the myth that dates are the new sugar. This sticky fruit is a great alternative to white sugar when you are backing, but because it contains 68 percent sugar, its sugar content is not that far off from actual sugar. However, they are a good source of fibers. Kale is another one of these hyped foods, which could meet expectations. Being hailed as the "King of the Leafy Vegetables," according to Food World News, kale is an excellent source of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, and detoxifying micronutrients that prevent diseases. It also has high levels of Vitamin K according to Web MD.

There is also the myth of coconut oil being better for frying than vegetable oils. There is actually a lot of ground for this myth. Experts claim that "raw, unrefined coconut oil doesn't get damaged by oxidization and go rancid the way other cold-pressed vegetable cooking oils do." Coconut oil can also get to a very high temperature without losing its nutrients. Kimchi is an excellent source of good bacteria as well.

Red meat is not completely bad for you. Red meat contains essential fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. However, like most foods, it must only be eaten in moderation. The same goes for dairy, which can help prevent diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity if consumed in moderate amounts. Bone broth can actually be considered as a superfood since it is a good source of calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and other nutrients.