Funny Myths

What are some common myths you hear about food?

I'm currently testing some common food myths for a college project, and I need some help coming up with myths. Examples: 5 second rule, waiting an hour to eat after swimming, and things like that.

Public Comments

1. Well the famous/infamous Egg has gone through the ringer through the years....one year it's good to eat eggs, the next year, it's not good to eat eggs. /jabril
2. My 10 year old came home from school and asked me did I know that Orange Chicken from a Chinese restaurant was really CAT! lol
3. don't eat garlic and than milk + mushroomss ( in my case :D)
4. Some that I have heard of from the sources I collected below or from myself: -Carbohydrates cause weight gain. -High-protein diets reduces hunger. -Exercise makes you eat more. -Fresh fruits and vegetables are more nutritious and healthier than frozen or canned fruits and vegetable -Drink at least eight glasses (or 2 L) of fresh water each day -An apple a day keeps the doctor away
5. 7 years to digest swallowed chewing gum - actually it's more like 7 hours :)