At some point in our lives, we have all heard the myth that whole eggs are bad for heart health. Many people tend to believe such claims without independent research. Fortunately, bodybuilding legend Arnold Schwarzenegger posted his research on Arnold’s Pump Club, debunking the myth once and for all.

Schwarzenegger previously shared his research on how eggs can help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Now, he dives deeper, debunking the myth that many trust blindly, that whole eggs can cause cardiovascular disease. His recent research shows that eggs are highly beneficial and not linked to diseases.

“There’s a new concern that eggs cause heart disease. The truth? Research suggests that for healthy people, whole eggs do not threaten the heart and could even help protect against disease.”

He raised a common concern: that egg yolks are high in choline, which may cause heart disease. However, he reassured readers that this is untrue, posting a research paper to back up his opinion. He urged people who are concerned about cardiovascular disease to get tested.

“If you’re worried about cardiovascular risk, get your blood tested, and you can see if there are any reasons (such as elevated LDL cholesterol) why you might need to cut back or adjust your diet.”

Other Common Food Myths That Have Been Debunked

Food myths are more common than you might think, which is why it is important to conduct independent research. Here are some of the most common food myths that have been debunked by science.

1. Carbs make you gain weight

The kind of carbs you consume can determine whether you gain weight or not, according to Mayo Clinic.  Some carbs can help you manage weight, provide energy to your body, and add fibre to your diet.

• Eating fat can make you fat

This is one of the most common myths. However, the point remains that it is excess calories that make you gain weight and not just fat on its own.

• Brown sugar is healthier than white sugar

Unlike what most people believe, brown sugar is very similar to white sugar in terms of nutrition and calories.

• Detox drinks are required to flush out toxins

A lot of people are obsessed with detox smoothies and drinks. However, these drinks do not actually detox the liver or kidneys, as our bodies have their natural detoxification system.

When it comes to diet and workout myths, it is always better to trust the experts. Schwarzenegger, too, has conducted his independent research and published his opinions in his newsletters for all of us to know.

What are the most common diet myths that you used to believe in? Share your comments with us in the comments section.

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Written by

Avantika Das

Edited by

Ashvinkumar Patil