I came across this myth and fact about the little thing we've taken 4 granted and I decided 2 share it;

When it comes to food and
eating healthy, you probably
hear a lot of opinions and "facts"
from your parents, friends,
relatives, and teachers. This is
partly because older people may
have grown up when there was
different food information out
there, and partly because food
companies and advertising want
you to believe certain things in
order to get you to buy their
products. Think you're a Food
Smartie already? See if you
know the truth behind these
common myths:

Myth: As long as I skip a meal, I can eat
whatever I want at my next meal.

Fact: It's never a good idea to skip a meal, and it
won't make up for eating unhealthy foods, or
eating too much, the next time you eat. It's
important to eat three normal-sized and healthy
meals a day, and even a few snacks in between,
so your body has energy when it needs it.

Myth: As long as a food package says "all
natural" on it, it's healthy to eat.

Fact: Even if something is labeled "all natural," it
can still contain tons of sugar, unsaturated fats,
or other things that can be bad for you. Some
snacks labeled "all natural" can contain just as
much fat as a candy bar! It's important to read
the BACK of the package, where the Nutrition
Facts label and ingredients list will spell it all out
for you.

Myth: If I'm not overweight, I don't have to be
careful about what I eat.

Fact: Even if you've never had a problem with
your weight, it's important to choose healthy
foods every day. If you think of your body as a
machine, then you'll want to use the very best
fuel to keep that machine going strong, and that
means staying away from junk food. Also, if you
develop poor eating habits now, you could have a
lot of problems with your weight and health in
the years to come.

Myth: I can sweeten my food as much as I want,
as long as I use honey instead of sugar.

Fact: Chemically, honey is almost the exact same
thing as sugar, and honey can even have more
calories than regular sugar. Just like with sugar,
try to use honey only in small amounts.

Myth: As long as I take a vitamin pill every day, I
don't need to be careful about what I eat.

Fact: Some nutritionists say that it's a good idea
to take vitamin pills, but these pills can't give you
everything you need-not by a longshot! Eating
healthy foods gives you fiber, protein, energy,
and lots of very important things that vitamin
pills don't give you. So a vitamin and a bag of
chips is still a terrible lunch. Instead, you've got
to eat a balanced and nutritious meal.

Myth: Sugar gives you energy. If you need a
boost mid-afternoon or before playing sports, eat
a candy bar.

Fact: "Simple" sugars like those found in
chocolate, cookies, candies, and cakes definitely
cause spikes in your blood sugar level, which
may make you feel a quick shot of energy in your
system. But after that first rush, blood sugar
drops sharply, and you'll suddenly feel like you
have less energy than when you started!

Myth: Energy bars are a good way to get needed
vitamins and minerals.

Fact: Energy bars can be a good source of carbs,
protein, and fat, but they can be abused like any
other food. Eat too many, and you're doing as
much damage to your body as you would eating
lots of candy, cake, and cookies. They're no
substitute for low-calorie, no-fat snacks like fruit
and vegetables, and should only be used
occasionally if you're in a pinch.

Myth: Carbs make you fat.

Fact: You may know someone who's on a "low-
carb" diet-after all, it's the biggest weight-loss
trend out there. These diets try to make people
believe that carbs are just plain bad, but the
truth is this: carbs, just like sugar and fat, will
make you gain weight if you eat too much of
them. If you eat them in average, balanced
amounts, they're the best source of energy your
body can find.


source; pbskids.org/itsmylife/body/foodsmarts/article6.html