Nutrition is one of the most myth-laden fields in science. Popular beliefs often persist for decades despite being contradicted by evidence.

Myth 1: "Eating fat makes you fat"
False. Excess calories make you fat. Fat is satiating and essential.

Myth 2: "You need to eat 6 small meals to boost metabolism"
False. Meal frequency has minimal effect on metabolism. Total calories and macros matter most.

Myth 3: "Detox diets cleanse your body"
False. The liver and kidneys detoxify constantly. No juice cleanse required or helpful.

Myth 4: "Breakfast is the most important meal"
Not universally true. Skipping breakfast is fine for many people.

Myth 5: "All calories are equal"
Partially false. 100 calories of almonds affects the body very differently than 100 calories of soda.

Myth 6: "Natural sugar is healthier than added sugar"
Mostly false. Honey and agave still spike blood sugar. Context and quantity matter.

Reference:

Wikipedia: Nutrition myths

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutrition_myths