7 Myths About Fruits You Should Stop Believing Right Now

Do you like fruits? Do you prefer to eat only one at a time, or do you like mixing all your fruits together to make a delicious fruit salad? Fruits are the favorite choice for a healthy snack between meals. They have vitamins and fiber, and are allies in the weight loss process. Even with all the scientific studies that prove how fruits can prevent diseases, even cancer, there are still myths around them. Eating mango with milk is bad for health? Are oranges really the best source of vitamin C? Do I lose all nutrients if I peel a fruit? Which fruit has the most fiber? We already answered some of these questions on our channel, and you can watch the suggested video to find the answers. Now let's find out the truths and myths of fruits. Diabetics can't eat fruits? Myth Fruits indeed have sugar, called fructose, but that doesn't make them prohibited for diabetic people. According to experts, fruits have many other nutrients, like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and more. However, there are certain cases where it is necessary to lower or avoid some fruits, for example, allergies or food intolerances, but that depends on each person. Papaya and plum help with constipation? True! Papaya and plum are rich in fibers that absorb water and accelerate intestinal transit. Since they are healthy, can we eat fruits freely? Myth Like other foods, some fruits have more calories than others, for example, avocados, mangoes, bananas, etc., and should be consumed in moderation. Some fruits help with tanning? True! Some yellow and orange foods, like mangoes, carrots, apricots, melons, and peaches, contain lycopene, a substance that boosts skin tanning. But remember that the action of these foods isn't immediate. Don't go drinking a glass of juice thinking that it will immediately give you a tan. You should consume these foods during your meals for at least 30 continuous days before sunbathing. Enjoying the video? Then give it a like and share it with your friends to help the channel! People with gastritis should avoid citrus fruits? Partially true! The stomach pH is more acid than citrus fruits. However, some people that suffer from gastritis feel discomfort after eating some fruits. It depends on the tolerance levels of each person. Frozen fruits lose their nutrients? Myth The lower temperature keeps microorganisms from spoiling foods. When frozen, the food remains the closest to its natural state. What can happen is losing some nutrients due to inadequate thawing. It is a common mistake to remove foods from the freezer and put it directly in the microwave or in a bowl with hot water. The process should happen gradually. Remove the food from the freezer, put it in the fridge, remove from the fridge, let the fruit come to room temperature naturally. This process works for any kind of food. Frozen fruits don't have the same characteristics as their fresh counterparts. It is best to keep them in the lower part of your fridge. Eating heavy fruits at night is bad for health? Myth It is common to hear it from our mother or grandmothers, but that is not true. Like other things, it depends on each person. Some people who have a slower digestive process may feel discomfort after eating heavy fruits or meals. Mango, watermelon, and cucumber are some foods that can cause discomfort, but that's not always the case. Now that you know some fruit facts, share your experience with us. If you have any trivia or questions, leave them in the comments. Maybe we can talk about it in a future video.