When u/Soren-Jasked the question, “What is actually healthy but people think is not?”
the thousands of replies in the thread confirmed just how confusing knowing what’s best for us is.
It’s important to consult with a doctor for personalized medical care.
“Doing literally nothing to decompress.
Sometimes one just needs to breathe and look out a window.”
It has no health benefits if you do not have celiac or a gluten allergy."
u/Styphonthal2
View thisexpert-backed article.
In fact, organic soy is a great protein and calcium source."
u/Atomicvegan
View thisevidence-based and expert-backed 2020 article.
“Spending time alone.”
u/wineblues2
“I love spending some time alone.
I can relax or do something I love to do.”
u/astarrynight234
View this2020 research.
Its full of healthy omega oils, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.
6.“Nuts.
They’re so good to eat one or two handfuls per day of them.”
u/Few_Understanding_42
View thisexpert-backed 2023 article.
“Shocked that no one has said potatoes.
They’re one of the healthiest foods we know of packed full of nutrients, vitamins, and carbohydrates.
The oil we cook them in is the unhealthy part.”
“Exercising and playing sports during pregnancy.
Actually, a lot of things are healthy during pregnancy, there’s just too much misinformation.
If your doctor explicitly says not to do something, then yes, don’t do that.
But if your doctor says ok, then go ahead.”
u/Sure-Morning-6904
View thisresearch-backed article here.
It’s loaded with antioxidants and linked to a lower risk of several diseases."
10.“Silence.
We’ve gotten so used to noise pollution that real silence has become anxiety-inducing.
u/thatnameistakenalso
11.
“Skipping breakfast.”
u/spankyiloveyou
“This is highly individual.
I function much better with a breakfast, especially one with some protein.”
u/legendary_mushroom
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“Skipping meals occasionally.
Intermittent fasting is apparently quite healthy.”
u/cryptosleep1
12.
“Frozen fruits and vegetables.
“Walking and running barefoot.
u/KitchenBomber
View this2014 research.
14.“Crying.”
It’s just a tool for processing my feelings.”
u/entroopia
View this2011 study.
Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.
