Fad Diets
Digestion
Food
Exercise
Metabolism & Set Point
100

Gluten-free is a healthier options for all people.

Myth. 

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, that provides nutrition and texture to baked goods. Gluten-free is for people diagnosed with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

100

Digestion begins in the stomach.

Myth.

Digestion starts in the mouth.

100

Sweet potatoes are healthier than white potatoes.

Myth. 

The nutritional quality is almost identical.

100

Joyful movement only counts if it is longer than 30 minutes.

Myth!

Everything counts when it comes to movement.

Exercise IS NOT all or nothing.

Focus on how exercise makes you feel.

100

What are the 4 functions in your body that require energy?

  1.  Vital organ function to keep your body alive (brain, lungs, heart, liver, etc.)
  2. Growth and repair of tissues
  3. Breaking down/Digesting Food
  4. Movement / Activity
200

A low-carb diet is the best way to lose weight.

Myth. 

Carbohydrates are part of a balanced diet with many beneficial nutrients needed to maintain a healthy weight. Carbohydrates provide fibre, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

200

The foods we eat can change the acidity (pH) of our bodies.

Myth.

Our bodies do a really good job at keeping a stable pH level. Any deviation from 7.35-7.45 can result in death.

200

Soy products are linked with increased rates of breast cancer.

Myth. 

Studies show that a diet high in soy didn’t increase the chances of developing breast cancer and may even reduce that risk

200

If we add more joyful movement, we need to eat more food.

Fact.

Exercise increases the amount of energy our body burns, so we need to fuel and nourish our body to support activity/movement and prevent injury.

200

Myth or Fact:

Dieting helps to increase metabolism.

Myth. 

Dieting, fasting and food restriction trigger your body to conserve energy for another time, which slows metabolism.

300

Eating after 7pm leads to weight gain.

Myth. 

Eating a small snack that includes carbohydrates can actually improve sleep, mood and contribute to a healthy lifestyle. 

300

How do you increase the diversity of bacteria in your gut?

By eating a wide variety of foods throughout the day and managing stress. 

300

Eating fats helps our body absorb necessary vitamins and minerals.

Fact.

Fat soluble vitamins - ADEK. Many antioxidants are also fat soluble, like turmeric, meaning our body can't absorb them without fats!

300

Walking counts as exercise/movement.

Fact. 

Walking is a fantastic way to move your body. 

300

Genetics play a large role in our set point range. 

True!

Genetics play a large part in determining the weight that our bodies tend towards.

400

The keto diet was developed to help people lose weight quickly.

Myth.

The keto diet was developed as a treatment for those with epilepsy. It has been shown to reduce the severity and frequency of severe seizures that do not respond to traditional drug therapy.

400

List 3 or more signs of hunger. 

  • Empty stomach
  • Stomach growling
  • Headache
  • Light-headed feeling
  • Grumpiness
  • Lack of energy
  • Shakiness/weakness
400

Protein is the brain's preferred energy source.

Myth.

Carbohydrates are the body's and brain's preferred energy source!

400

Joyful movement should be structured and rigid. 

Myth. 

Movement should be flexible and deviating from structure should not cause anxiety or stress. 

400

Mechanical, Regular eating helps to recalibrate hunger/fullness cues and support metabolism. 

Fact

Eating regularly increases your metabolic rate whereas having long periods without food will decrease it. This is due to the thermic effect of food.

500

Juice cleanses are helpful for those wanting to detox their liver. 

Myth.

The liver, kidneys and lung are naturally able to remove toxins and waste products from our body. Adequate, balanced nutrition is the best way to support their function and "detox" the body.

500

Drinking lemon water on an empty stomach improves digestion.

Myth. 

Lemon water likely improved digestion due to increased water intake. The pH of lemon water may have a slight affect on increasing digestive juices - a process that also happens with eating food.

500

What are characteristics of normal eating. 

Eating when hungry. Eating is pleasurable. Stops eating when satisfied. Positive body image. Includes a variety of foods. Allows for indulgence. Food is not used to regulate emotions.  

500
Protein is more important post-workout than carbohydrates.

Myth. 

A ratio of 3:1 carbohydrates:protein is the most important for recovery post-exercise.

500

What happens when you are below your set point?

Your body will respond by increasing your hunger  signals (at least initially) and your mental preoccupation with food, while decreasing your metabolism.