{"id":7210,"date":"2023-01-11T17:35:52","date_gmt":"2023-01-11T17:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/?p=7210"},"modified":"2023-01-11T17:35:55","modified_gmt":"2023-01-11T17:35:55","slug":"10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Myths About Health You Need to Stop Believing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When it comes to our health, there are so many myths out there that it can be difficult to know what\u2019s true and what\u2019s false. Unfortunately, these myths can have serious consequences for our wellbeing if we choose to believe them. In this blog post, we will be debunking ten of the most common health myths and discussing why it&#8217;s important to take a more evidence-based approach when it comes to taking care of our bodies. Read on to discover the truth behind some of the most pervasive health myths out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_60 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-67e9868d614b6\" ><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-67e9868d614b6\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-67e9868d614b6\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#1_I_dont_need_to_worry_about_my_health_until_Im_older\" title=\"1) I don&#8217;t need to worry about my health until I&#8217;m older.\">1) I don&#8217;t need to worry about my health until I&#8217;m older.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#2_I_can_just_eat_whatever_I_want_and_not_worry_about_it\" title=\"2) I can just eat whatever I want and not worry about it.\">2) I can just eat whatever I want and not worry about it.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#3_I_dont_need_to_exercise_Im_too_busy\" title=\"3) I don&#8217;t need to exercise, I&#8217;m too busy.\">3) I don&#8217;t need to exercise, I&#8217;m too busy.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#4_I_dont_need_to_see_a_doctor_Im_fine\" title=\"4) I don&#8217;t need to see a doctor, I&#8217;m fine.\">4) I don&#8217;t need to see a doctor, I&#8217;m fine.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#5_Healthy_food_is_boring\" title=\"5) Healthy food is boring.\">5) Healthy food is boring.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#6_I_dont_have_time_to_cook_so_Ill_just_eat_out\" title=\"6) I don&#8217;t have time to cook, so I&#8217;ll just eat out.\">6) I don&#8217;t have time to cook, so I&#8217;ll just eat out.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#7_I_dont_need_insurance_Im_healthy\" title=\"7) I don&#8217;t need insurance, I&#8217;m healthy.\">7) I don&#8217;t need insurance, I&#8217;m healthy.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#8_I_cant_afford_to_be_healthy\" title=\"8) I can&#8217;t afford to be healthy.\">8) I can&#8217;t afford to be healthy.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#9_I_dont_need_to_worry_about_my_mental_health\" title=\"9) I don&#8217;t need to worry about my mental health.\">9) I don&#8217;t need to worry about my mental health.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/zangzendo.com\/10-myths-about-health-you-need-to-stop-believing\/#10_Im_too_oldyoung_to_start_thinking_about_my_health\" title=\"10) I&#8217;m too old\/young to start thinking about my health.\">10) I&#8217;m too old\/young to start thinking about my health.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_I_dont_need_to_worry_about_my_health_until_Im_older\"><\/span>1) I don&#8217;t need to worry about my health until I&#8217;m older.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.istockphoto.com\/id\/1367871743\/photo\/doctor-explains-patients-test-results-to-family-member.jpg?s=612x612&amp;w=0&amp;k=20&amp;c=WhrCM8HbD9OdB6VzVWqFnmFNy-99AgpjTPjMvQ7MF6s=\" alt=\"\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is a common myth, but it is not true. Health concerns can arise at any age, and it is important to be proactive in taking care of your body at any stage of life. Taking preventive measures now can prevent health problems from occurring later on. For example, making sure you&#8217;re getting enough sleep and exercise, eating a balanced diet, and seeing your doctor for regular checkups can help maintain good health no matter what your age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_I_can_just_eat_whatever_I_want_and_not_worry_about_it\"><\/span>2) I can just eat whatever I want and not worry about it.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a common misconception, as our diets are very important for our overall health. Eating unhealthy food in large quantities can lead to weight gain, diabetes, and other serious health issues. Eating nutritious foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, and low-fat dairy products will help us stay healthy and fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_I_dont_need_to_exercise_Im_too_busy\"><\/span>3) I don&#8217;t need to exercise, I&#8217;m too busy.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.istockphoto.com\/id\/1369837941\/photo\/calm-young-woman-hold-hands-on-chest-praying.jpg?s=612x612&amp;w=0&amp;k=20&amp;c=fEduZjMQV6ZW9IOzR7Mcg3InhzyKUwR-tgnHuW-qsfU=\" alt=\"\" width=\"781\" height=\"521\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Exercising is essential for maintaining your physical and mental health, no matter how busy you are. Even if it&#8217;s just a short walk around the block or 10 minutes of stretching, any amount of physical activity can be beneficial. Making time for physical activity can also help reduce stress and improve your overall quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_I_dont_need_to_see_a_doctor_Im_fine\"><\/span>4) I don&#8217;t need to see a doctor, I&#8217;m fine.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a dangerous misconception. Even if you&#8217;re feeling fine, it&#8217;s important to get regular check-ups with a doctor to make sure your health is in good condition. Preventative care is essential to long-term health and can help identify potential issues before they become more serious. Don&#8217;t wait until you&#8217;re sick or in pain &#8211; make sure you see a doctor regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Healthy_food_is_boring\"><\/span>5) Healthy food is boring.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.istockphoto.com\/id\/1372307016\/photo\/shot-of-a-young-woman-taking-a-break-from-working-out-to-drink-water.jpg?s=612x612&amp;w=0&amp;k=20&amp;c=cdWNquuOodtnRBrJ7x1_sHlD9gnMrIKCEU2SIaKbAnQ=\" alt=\"\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Not true! Healthy food can be delicious and exciting. There are so many recipes out there that use fresh ingredients and spices to make mouth-watering meals. From smoothie bowls to veggie-packed stir-fries, you&#8217;re sure to find something that you&#8217;ll love. So don&#8217;t think that healthy eating has to be boring! Try out a new recipe today and see for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_I_dont_have_time_to_cook_so_Ill_just_eat_out\"><\/span>6) I don&#8217;t have time to cook, so I&#8217;ll just eat out.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating out can be convenient, but it is often less healthy and more expensive than cooking your own meals. Try prepping meals in advance or look for easy, healthy recipes that don&#8217;t require a lot of time to make. Additionally, look for meal delivery services that provide pre-made meals for you to heat up at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_I_dont_need_insurance_Im_healthy\"><\/span>7) I don&#8217;t need insurance, I&#8217;m healthy.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.istockphoto.com\/id\/1372002650\/photo\/cropped-portrait-of-an-attractive-young-female-doctor-standing-with-her-arms-folded-in-the.jpg?s=612x612&amp;w=0&amp;k=20&amp;c=o1QtStNsowOU0HSof6xQ_jZMglU8ZK565gHd655U6S4=\" alt=\"\" width=\"781\" height=\"607\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is one of the biggest health myths out there. Even if you feel perfectly healthy now, there&#8217;s always the possibility of an unexpected medical expense. Without insurance, these costs can be devastating. Make sure you have adequate coverage to protect yourself and your family. This doesn&#8217;t have to break the bank, either. Shop around and explore different plans and providers until you find something that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_I_cant_afford_to_be_healthy\"><\/span>8) I can&#8217;t afford to be healthy.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a common myth that good health is expensive. In reality, healthy living can be achievable on any budget. Eating nutrient-dense foods and cooking at home is a great way to save money while still eating well. Investing in a gym membership or taking advantage of free outdoor activities can help you stay active without breaking the bank. And don&#8217;t forget about preventive care\u2014regular checkups and screenings can help catch health issues early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_I_dont_need_to_worry_about_my_mental_health\"><\/span>9) I don&#8217;t need to worry about my mental health.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.istockphoto.com\/id\/1366650742\/photo\/physical-therapist-gestures-while-asking-woman-questions-about-injury.jpg?s=612x612&amp;w=0&amp;k=20&amp;c=c39AxFOkOZ_6V7WXAo3nf9aAeQB3fXIAcvuHiJoT50g=\" alt=\"\" width=\"779\" height=\"519\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mental health is just as important as physical health. Everyone should take care of their mental health by engaging in activities that make them feel happy and fulfilled, talking to a therapist or counselor, and spending quality time with family and friends. Don&#8217;t neglect your mental health &#8211; it&#8217;s an essential part of overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Im_too_oldyoung_to_start_thinking_about_my_health\"><\/span>10) I&#8217;m too old\/young to start thinking about my health.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter your age, it is never too late or too early to start thinking about your health. Taking steps now to improve your health will have positive benefits both in the short and long term. Developing healthy habits like eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly are key to maintaining good health throughout life. Additionally, seeking medical advice when necessary can help ensure you remain healthy as you age. Don&#8217;t wait to think about your health- start now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to our health, there are so many myths out there that it can be difficult to know what\u2019s true and what\u2019s false. Unfortunately, these myths can have serious consequences for our wellbeing if we choose to believe them. 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