{"id":769,"date":"2025-11-25T16:02:19","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T14:02:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/key2yourhealth.com\/?p=769"},"modified":"2026-02-05T09:55:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T07:55:59","slug":"%ce%b4%ce%b5%ce%b4%ce%bf%ce%bc%ce%ad%ce%bd%ce%b1-%ce%bc%cf%8d%ce%b8%ce%bf%ce%b9-%cf%80%ce%bf%cf%85-%ce%b5%ce%bc%cf%80%ce%bf%ce%b4%ce%af%ce%b6%ce%bf%cf%85%ce%bd-%cf%84%ce%b7-%ce%b2%ce%b5%ce%bb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/key2yourhealth.com\/en\/%ce%b4%ce%b5%ce%b4%ce%bf%ce%bc%ce%ad%ce%bd%ce%b1-%ce%bc%cf%8d%ce%b8%ce%bf%ce%b9-%cf%80%ce%bf%cf%85-%ce%b5%ce%bc%cf%80%ce%bf%ce%b4%ce%af%ce%b6%ce%bf%cf%85%ce%bd-%cf%84%ce%b7-%ce%b2%ce%b5%ce%bb\/","title":{"rendered":"Data & Myths That Prevent Health Improvement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We have found that one of the biggest obstacles in achieving results through lifestyle changes, correcting nutritional deficiencies, and dietary adjustments is the presence of information that is either untrue or only partially true in these areas.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are widely spread beliefs that are considered correct, although they are not. They prevent the successful implementation of the guidelines provided by the scientific team of our clinic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the most common false elements that hinder health improvement are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Red meat is harmful because it increases the risk of colon cancer and heart disease.<\/strong> What is true is that processed red meat is harmful to health \u2014 such as hot dogs, gyro meat, deli meats \u2014 which are usually accompanied by other highly processed foods, such as French fries, pizza, soft drinks, and ketchup. The consumption of unprocessed red meat such as beef, goat, and buffalo is essential for restoring health in patients with inflammation. Patients with inflammation require a significant increase in the amount of protein they receive from their diet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Eggs raise cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk.<\/strong> Numerous studies have shown that this is not the case. Recent analysis of all published clinical studies showed that increased egg consumption (more than one per day) is not associated with increased cardiovascular risk. In contrast, it was associated with a significant reduction in the risk of coronary heart disease <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. High levels of vitamin D may cause toxicity and raise blood calcium levels. <\/strong>Normal levels of vitamin D are between 30\u2013100 ng\/ml. However, while levels around 30 ng\/ml are sufficient for normal bone function, the rest of the body\u2019s systems require values above 50 ng\/ml. In chronic diseases and inflammatory conditions, such as in patients with autoimmune disorders, even higher levels are often required to achieve the maximum biological effect of vitamin.
    There are different forms of vitamin D, which are processed differently by the human body. Pharmaceutical forms that are active or partially active can cause toxicity by increasing calcium levels in the blood and may cause cramps or headaches. The form of vitamin D produced by the human body is inactive and becomes activated by the body\u2019s cells only if needed. Supplementing with this specific form is safe for long-term use even at doses of up to 50,000 IU daily. The intake of therapeutic doses, aimed at correcting severe vitamin D deficiency, should be monitored by a physician, with blood tests measuring vitamin D levels, calcium, and other indicators at recommended intervals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. We should eat small and frequent meals and avoid staying hungry.<\/strong>Every meal triggers the secretion of insulin, even when eating healthy foods. Frequent insulin spikes promote insulin resistance and put the body into fat-storage mode. Our body burns fat only when we are fasting, and this begins after 8 hours without food.
    Intermittent fasting \u2014 during which we refrain from eating for a large portion of the day (14\u201318 hours) and eat only within a 6\u20138-hour window \u2014 offers significant health benefits. It has beneficial effects on conditions such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and neurological disorders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.<\/strong> For intermittent fasting of more than 14 hours during the day, one can skip either dinner or breakfast. Both options are effective. Some prefer to skip dinner and still eat breakfast, which also has positive metabolic effects. However, for most people, skipping breakfast is easier. This is because in the morning our body maintains higher blood sugar levels so that we can search for food and function. Typically, appetite appears after 10 a.m., when blood sugar levels gradually begin to drop.
    Having the last meal by 20:00 in the evening and the first the next morning between 10:00\u201312:00 allows for 14\u201316 hours of fasting, which is manageable for most individuals. If fasting for 14 hours or more is difficult, one can start with 12 hours and gradually increase the fasting duration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Saturated fats are harmful.<\/strong> Despite the fact that numerous studies have now clearly shown that restricting saturated fat intake has no negative impact on health, this recommendation persists. The most recent clinical trials and meta-analyses show that dietary saturated fat does not worsen cardiovascular disease, does not increase overall mortality, and even provides protection against stroke.
    There are two types of \u201cbad cholesterol\u201d (LDL). One involves small, dense particles; the other involves large particles. Small, dense particles increase the risk of atherosclerosis. Large particles are not associated with atherosclerosis risk. Dietary saturated fats increase total cholesterol but do not increase the small, dense LDL particles. Instead, they increase the larger LDL particles, which are not linked to increased cardiovascular risk.
    A review of all available studies, published in August 2020 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology<\/em>, found that increased consumption of saturated fats from unprocessed foods such as meat and dairy is not linked to cardiovascular risk. The totality of evidence does not support recommendations to reduce their intake, the study concluded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Supplements should be taken for one to three months and then discontinued.<\/strong> This is true for most commercial supplements that may contain chemical additives that are not food (titanium, talc, aluminum, colorants, acidity regulators, anti-caking agents, etc.). The use of natural supplements containing only nutrients, without chemical additives, is safe \u2014 possibly even safer than foods, because they contain nutrients that complement our diet and are tested for pesticides, heavy metals, pathogens, and fungi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8.  Fiber is essential for normal bowel function.<\/strong> The idea that high fiber intake improves bowel motility is another \u201ccommon knowledge\u201d belief that is not supported by scientific evidence. On the contrary, clinical trials in which patients consumed increased fiber through their diet showed slowed bowel motility, constipation, bloating, and abdominal distension.
    Lower fiber intake is associated with fewer gastrointestinal symptoms and better bowel function. Fiber increases the bulk of stool and gas production without ultimately facilitating the movement of intestinal contents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9.  Nutritional supplements may burden the kidneys or liver.<\/strong> Supplements that contain nutrients (vitamins, minerals, omega-3s, probiotics, antioxidants) do not burden the body; rather, they help the liver and kidneys process and eliminate foreign substances such as medications and industrial chemicals.
    When referring to vitamins and micronutrients, this does not<\/em> include supplements and hormones used to enhance athletic performance. These are powerful pharmacological substances, not nutrients, and indeed pose risks to health.
    It is noteworthy that many people feel safe taking medications but fear the side effects of vitamins. This is partly due to the perception that supplements are unregulated. However, supplements are regulated under strict legal frameworks in both the U.S. and Europe. Deaths from vitamins are zero, even after intentional overdose attempts, while annual deaths from properly prescribed medications are the 3rd leading cause of death in the U.S. and Europe.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    “It isn\u2019t what you don\u2019t know that gets you into trouble. It\u2019s what you know for sure that just ain\u2019t so.<\/em>” \u039c\u03b1\u03c1\u03ba \u03a4\u03bf\u03c5\u03ad\u03b9\u03bd<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dr. Dimitris Tsoukalas.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

    You can watch here<\/a> the webinar organized by Metabolomic Medicine\u00ae with speaker Dr. Dimitris Tsoukalas on the topic: “Data & Myths That Hinder Health Improvement”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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