With the prosperity of Chinese and Western food cultures, people are paying more and more attention to what they eat. Nowadays, food culture has become globalized. However, there are many misconceptions about men's diet, and these misconceptions must be avoided in order to avoid trouble. Currently, there are several major misconceptions about men's diet:
Misconception 1: No meat in a meal means not enough to eat
Almost all men prefer animal fats. However, in reality, consuming red meat like steak may increase the risk of cancer. From a global perspective, countries with high consumption of red meat also have high incidence of prostate cancer. "But not all meat is off-limits," experts point out. White meat (such as fish and chicken) has anti-cancer effects. Eating fish 2-4 times a week can reduce the risk of colon cancer by 50%.
Misconception 2: Drinking alcohol for socializing knows no limits
In China, men often drink alcohol for socializing. "Everyone knows that drinking alcohol is not good, but nowadays, you can't get things done in the business world without drinking. I almost get drunk every day," said Xiao Lu, a salesperson in a company. Regardless of the reason for drinking alcohol, according to American experts' statistics, the average lifespan of heavy drinkers is about 15 years shorter than those who don't drink alcohol.
Misconception 3: Eating a full meal and avoiding snacks
Unlike women, most men are not interested in snacks. This may not be a bad thing, but unfortunately, men always eat their main meals until they are very full. This not only makes them prone to weight gain, but also increases cholesterol levels. French nutritionists say that the reason why French people are slim is because they have at least 4 meals a day, while Nordic people only have 3 meals a day: a substantial breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which is why they tend to be overweight.
