Is microwaved food unsafe? Reheat those leftovers. Microwaves don’t make food ‘radioactive.’ All your microwave does is make the water molecules in food move, which creates friction that heats it up. Microwaves do create a small magnetic field but a lot of work goes into making sure there’s not enough to cause problems. Just don’t use one with a damaged door.

 

Sugar or high fructose corn syrup? High-fructose corn syrup, which does come from corn, gets a bad rap. But your body processes it almost the same way it does table or regular sugar, which is made from cane or beets. Your best bet is to go easy on both. High amounts of any added sugar can lead to weight gain and problems like high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.

 

 

Do vaccines cause autism? No. A 1998 study that claimed autism was caused by the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine was based on faulty research and was later retracted. Meanwhile, several other more recent studies show vaccines have no connection at all to autism, but they do lower kids’ risks of getting dangerous health conditions like whooping cough and polio.

 

Does cholesterol in food count? Obesity, inactivity, and a poor diet can do more to raise your cholesterol than an egg. The real bad guys are the unhealthy trans fats and saturated fats found in meats, dairy, and processed foods. Opt for low-fat dairy and lean meats, read labels, and watch your carbohydrates and portions. If your numbers are high, ask your doctor what foods you should avoid.

 

Source: webmd.com

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