Mizzou Nutrition Mythbusters

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Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Myth: Products are not safe to eat after their “sell by” date.

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Answer: It depends… The Natural Resources Defense Council and the Harvard Food Law and Policy Clinic recently released a study that says ...
Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Myth: Drinking water is the only way to stay hydrated.

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Answer: BUSTED! Most of us have grown up hearing these messages: “Keep hydrated!” and “Drink eight glasses of water a day!” Recent data ...
Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Myth: School snacks aren’t a good choice for my child.

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Answer: Well maybe … Many schools have started changing the snacks they make available to students to include healthier choices. New propo...
Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Myth: Food allergies are all in your head

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Answer: BUSTED! It seems that we are hearing more about food allergies and avoidances these days, from schools banning peanut products to ...
Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Myth: There are no new ways to help my family eat healthier.

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Answer: BUSTED! When encouraging your family to eat healthier, try the “nudge” approach instead of the “nag” approach. “Nudges” are small ...
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