After a long hiatus, The NowServing Podcast is back with the latest episode released on July 16. In this episode our new host, Ioni ‘Yowni’ Cueto and our guest doctor, Patricia Nicole Delos Santos, RND talks about the common food myths in the Philippines, debunking them with the medical perspective of a registered nutritionist-dietitian.
Summary
- Myth 1: Basta busog, malusog is commonly perceived as a natural choice when preparing meals in a Filipino home. However, lacking of nutrients in meals can lead to malnutrition and other health conditions like anemia. A dish consisting of protein, carbohydrates, and produce works better for a nutritious and filling meal.
- Myth 2: Bawal ang kanin kapag gustong pumayat, another common misconception when it comes to losing weight. Kanin culture is real in the Philippines, and it’s one of the top source of energy for people. Removing rice in your meals is not sustainable, and without substitution, it can lead to low energy. Rice is not the enemy, it’s how you control the portion of carbohydrates in a meal, and not consuming a well-balanced plate.
- Myth 3: Pwede akong kumain ng kahit ano basta uminom ako ng vitamins, is not an ideal option for body health. Vitamin toxicity can happen if you’ve consumed more than the recommended limit of vitamins per day. It can lead to symptoms like vomiting, nausea, and blurry vision. That’s why it’s better to reach the number of vitamins and nutrients through whole foods, than relying solely on supplements. Supplements are supplements, ‘pandagdag hindi pampalit.’
- Myth 4: Kapag nagskip ako ng meal, papayat ako is a diet hack that most people do. However, unguided skipping of meals often backfires. It often leads to binge eating due to suppressed hunger, which feels more like a punishment than weight management. Experts commonly suggest to try small frequent meals, than instant cutting off of meals in a day. That way, your body can still receive the nutrients needed for the day.
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Resources Mentioned
- Pinggang Pinoy by FNRI-DOST – Learn more about the ideal portion per meal in the Pinggang Pinoy, which was released in 2016.
- Diet and Nutrition doctor mentioned in the story – Book a doctor consultation with Patricia Nicole Delos Santos, RND
- NowServing App for Online and In-person doctor consultation – Download the app to your device!
Final Takeaway
Several myths about food often mislead people when it comes to weight management. That’s why people have an unhealthy relationship with food, which leads to nutrient deficiency and crash diet.
Consulting with registered nutritionist-dietitian works best than self-treatment if you want to lose weight the correct way. Book a diet and nutrition doctor on NowServing today!
