Mizzou Nutrition Mythbusters

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Friday, April 26, 2013

Myth: Baby carrots in my refrigerator have turned white on the outside and I’ve read this is unsafe to eat.

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Answer: BUSTED! This coating is called ‘white blush’ and it just indicates that the carrots are drying out. It occurs when carrots are cut...
Thursday, April 18, 2013

Myth: There is no harm in having TVs in our bedrooms.

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Answer: BUSTED! It’s easier to fall asleep while watching TV when it is in your bedroom, which may sound like a good thing, but this can a...
Friday, April 12, 2013

Myth: I'll have to stop eating sandwiches with red meat because of the latest study about heart disease.

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Answer: BUSTED! What if we uncovered new information about what causes some of us to be at greater risk of getting heart disease? That que...
Thursday, April 4, 2013

Myth: Getting prepared for a disaster like a flood is too complicated.

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Answer: BUSTED! With spring flowers come increased chances of tornadoes, floods and storms which can cause power outages. A little time s...
Thursday, March 28, 2013

Myth: You can tell if a food is healthy or not by the look of the package.

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Answer: BUSTED! A recent study found that green labels make foods appear healthier or lower in calories. This ‘halo effect’ may also be...
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