Definition of «diet myths»

"Diet myths" refer to false or misleading beliefs or claims about diets and food that are often spread without scientific evidence. These myths can mislead people into thinking certain foods or eating patterns can cure health issues, help with weight loss, or have other exaggerated effects, when in fact they may not be true or even harmful.

Sentences with «diet myths»

Students participated in a round - table discussion learning about the many diet myths related to certain foods and cancer. (rosseducation.edu)
But you still might be falling prey to some common diet myths. (health.com)
Perhaps the most detrimental of the prescription diet myths is the claim that a reduced protein diet must be fed to manage senior pets or those with kidney or liver disease. (dogsnaturallymagazine.com)
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