While it is sometimes at least somewhat based on science, most of TikTok\u2019s nutritional advice is pretty half-baked. <\/p>\n
Perhaps that\u2019s why the platform\u2019s \u2018propaganda I\u2019m not falling for\u2019<\/a>\u00a0trend \u2014 in which users share wellness hacks they think are totally bogus \u2014 is quickly gaining steam.<\/p>\n For some experts, it can\u2019t be fast enough. <\/p>\n From protein paranoia to microwave slander, Beeson shared six nutrition myths you can safely throw in the trash. Pixel-Shot \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n \u201cMillions of people turn to TikTok for health advice, but this can be inadvisable and even dangerous!\u201d Kerry Beeson, a nutritional therapist at\u00a0Prep Kitchen<\/a>,<\/strong> said. <\/p>\n \u201cMany TikTok trends are peddled by untrained influencers, who are not qualified to offer health advice. Typically they are sharing concepts which have worked for them, but this doesn\u2019t mean that these strategies are right for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n From protein paranoia to microwave slander, Beeson shared six nutrition myths you can safely throw in the trash. <\/p>\n Your body can only absorb 30g of protein at one time <\/p>\n This has been the go-to mantra amongst gym bros for quite a while \u2014 and it\u2019s false. <\/p>\n \u201cOptimum protein intake at each meal is a hot and much-debated topic, but the 30g absorption myth has been largely discredited,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n \u201cIn actuality, the body will metabolize any amount of protein that we eat, and we mustn\u2019t forget that protein has a multitude of other uses in the body as well as building muscle.\u201d<\/p>\n Indeed, in addition to making you look jacked, protein also supports hormones, enzymes, skin and organs.<\/p>\n That being said, Beeson notes that \u201coptimum protein intake will vary between individuals, depending on their height, weight, gender, build, exercise regime and weight goals.\u201d<\/p>\n Dr. Joseph Antoun<\/a>, CEO of the longevity company\u00a0L-Nutra<\/a>, previously told The Post<\/a> that protein is crucial when you\u2019re young and especially when you\u2019re older, as\u00a0muscle loss often accelerates over 60<\/a>.<\/p>\n But, if you\u2019re younger than 65, Antoun suggests aiming for 0.31 to 0.36 grams of plant-based protein per pound of body weight daily.<\/p>\n \u201cIn actuality, the body will metabolize any amount of protein that we eat, and we mustn\u2019t forget that protein has a multitude of other uses in the body as well as building muscle,\u201d she said. Ignacio Ferr\u00c3\u00c2\u00a1ndiz \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n The carnivore diet is super healthy<\/p>\n While it\u2019s being touted as a game changer by some influencers and celebrities, it should perhaps come as no surprise that the trendy carnivore diet<\/a> is getting roasted by experts. <\/p>\n \u201cIf we look at meat as a food source, it\u2019s certainly rich in nutrients: protein, iron and zinc, B vitamins and fats,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n \u201cHowever, it lacks other vitamins and antioxidants, healthier fats, and the fiber needed to support a healthy gut microbiome<\/a>, which we know is vital for good health.\u201d<\/p>\n Like many other experts these days, she suggests keeping your protein largely plant-based \u2014 just like your ancestors. <\/p>\n \u201cThe carnivore diet myth has been born from the belief that ancient peoples ate predominantly meat and fish, but the latest research suggests that prehistoric man ate 80% plant-based foods,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n \u201cWhilst the evidence to support a solely carnivorous diet in humans is lacking, there is overwhelming evidence that including a variety of these fiber, vitamin and antioxidant-rich plant-based foods<\/a> in your diet has potential benefits.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cSeed oils are objectively quite healthy, in that they\u2019re typically low in saturated fats,\u201d she said. Serghei V \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n Seed oils are bad for you <\/p>\n Seed oils<\/a> \u2014 which are derived from the seed of a plant, such as sunflower, canola and sesame \u2014 have got quite the bad rap these days. <\/p>\n Beeson\u2019s take? Don\u2019t believe everything you hear. <\/p>\n \u201cSeed oils are objectively quite healthy, in that they\u2019re typically low in saturated fats,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n \u201cMany seed oils contain beneficial nutrients like antioxidants, linolenic acid (an essential omega-6 fatty acid) and some contain small amounts of omega-3. We don\u2019t make these fats in the body so we must obtain them from the diet.<\/p>\n \u201cThere is some concern over the ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 in these oils, with much higher levels of omega-6 present, potentially connected to inflammation. However, there is no strong evidence that high levels of omega-6 are associated with disease.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n That being said, since seed oils are already so widespread in what we consume \u2014 from processed food to dressing to takeout \u2014 she can see the argument for opting for something else in the kitchen. <\/p>\n \u201cAim to eat a wide variety of healthy fats in your diet, avoid eating lots of processed foods, don\u2019t rely too heavily on seed oils in cooking \u2014 try incorporating other oils like coconut and olive oil<\/a> \u2014 and eat plenty of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet, from oily fish, flaxseeds, chia seeds or walnuts,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n \u201cThe muscle-relaxing action of peppermint can actually worsen the symptoms of heartburn by loosening the lower esophageal sphincter,\u201d she said. kkavve \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n Peppermint tea is good for indigestion<\/p>\n While this might have been grandma\u2019s go-to for tummy aches, Beeson warns it could backfire. <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>\u201cPeppermint tea has long been a go-to natural remedy for indigestion or heartburn,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n \u201cWhilst it is an antispasmodic which can help relieve bloating and flatulence, the muscle-relaxing action of peppermint can actually worsen the symptoms of heartburn by loosening the lower esophageal sphincter.\u00a0This allows acid to travel back up the esophagus, causing acid reflux.\u201d<\/p>\n