MYTH #6: YOU SHOULD AVOID CARBS LIKE THE DEVIL
Bread, potatoes, and other grain products have an unearned rep for making people gain weight, while protein and good fats are basking in a health halo these days. But repeat after us: Carbs are not the enemy. “Carbohydrates don’t make you fat—eating too many of them does,” says Moon. “Humans are omnivores, so while there’s more than one way to meet your nutritional needs, it’s worth noting that some of the healthiest eating patterns around, like the Mediterranean diet, prominently feature plenty of carbs in the form of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.” The trick is to go with the right type—a.k.a the whole-grain or complex kind found in whole plants versus sodas, cookies, and other foods made with refined grains and added sugar.