Mizzou Nutrition Mythbusters

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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Myth: If my jars seal, I know my foods have been successfully canned.

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Answer: Busted! A sealed jar simply means a vacuum has occurred in the jar. Pouring hot food in a jar and quickly applying a lid and jar ...
Friday, June 24, 2011

Myth: Modern formulas are almost the same as breast milk.

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Answer: Busted! Both breast milk and infant formula will help your baby grow. However, breast milk is the best first food for babies, acco...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Myth: It's OK to give your infant cow's milk if you run out of formula.

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Answer: Busted! Cow's milk is not recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for children under 1 year old. Infants fed whole...
Monday, June 20, 2011

Myth: It is best to freeze overripe fruits to prevent spoilage.

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Answer: Busted! If fruits are to be of highest quality after they are frozen, they must be of highest quality in their fresh state. Freezi...
Friday, June 17, 2011

Myth: I can use any storage bag or container to freeze food.

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Answer: Busted! Foods for your freezer must have proper packaging materials to protect their flavor, color, moisture content and nutritive...
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