Do you think that salads are healthy and low-calorie, so you can eat a lot of it without feeling guilty? Have a look at these myths about salad first.
Myth 1. All salad are low in calories. Salad with a certain dressings and meat can contain from 490 to 1 300 calories. A burger has the same amount of calories, so salad is not so “innocent”. However, the value of salads always depends on the ingredients and the preparation method.
Myth 2. Diet dressings are the healthiest. Usually diet dressings are low fat, but they may have a lot of sugar. Remember that fat can be very important in salads, because it helps to absorb the antioxidants in vegetables. The best choice is natural pure olive oil.
Myth 3. Leafy vegetables do not have that many health benefits. Leafy vegetables are rich in antioxidants, and kale is recommended for anyone who wants to reduce cancer risk. Dark green leafy vegetables are very valuable and they can be used in every salad.
Myth 4. It is safer to eat lettuce than meat. Salads and vegetables can also be infected with salmonella, e. coli and other dangerous microbes. Therefore, you should carefully wash the vegetables before preparing your salad.
Myth 5. Organic salad is the healthiest. Research shows that it is not about being organic, but about the freshness of the salad. Fresh lettuce and other vegetables lose vitamins and minerals pretty quickly, so it is best if you eat it as soon as you buy it.
Myth 6. Vegetables have a lot of nitrates and pesticides. It is true that nitrates and pesticides are a serious problem, but so far, researches claim that the benefits of vegetables are much higher. However, you should be careful where you buy your vegetables form to have the lowest possible amount of these substances.