2024届高考英语外刊阅读天天练：七选五专题二十七

高考英语外刊阅读天天练：七选五专题二十七 ① Five nutrition myths and what health experts want you to know instead MYTH 1: Fresh fruits and vegetables are always healthier than canned, frozen or dried varieties. Research has found that frozen, canned and dried fruits and vegetables can be just as nutritious as their fresh counterparts. ___1____However, some canned, frozen and dried varieties contain added sugars, saturated fats and sodium, so be sure to read nutrition labels, especially on prepared foods. MYTH 2: All fat is bad. By the 1980s, doctors, government health experts, the food industry and the media were reporting that a low-fat diet could benefit everyone. ____2___ In reality, healthy fats help reduce your risk. Examples of those include monounsaturated fats (found in olive oil, avocados and certain nuts and seeds) and polyunsaturated fats (found in sunflower oil, walnuts, fish and flaxseed). MYTH 3: “Calories in, calories out” is the most important factor for maintaining weight. It’s true that if you burn more calories than you consume, you will probably lose weight. ___3____Rather, it’s the types of foods we eat that may be the long-term drivers of those conditions. Ultra-processed foods can lead to weight gain. MYTH 4: Plant beverages are healthier than dairy milk. While the nutrition of plant-based beverages can vary, many have more added ingredients which can contribute to poor health than cow’s milk. ___4_____Almond beverage on the other hand, typically has one or two grams in the same amount. MYTH 5: Potatoes are bad for you. ___5____ However, potatoes are rich in vitamin C, potassium, fibre and other nutrients, especially when consumed with the skin on. They are also inexpensive and available year-round in grocery stores. 【Reader’s Digest Canada (November 2023)】 A.Good fats are also important for supplying energy, producing important hormones and aiding in the absorption of some nutrients B.Typically, cow’s milk has about eight grams of protein per 250 mil