Put your knowledge to the test. Two percent milk is lowfat. An eight ounce glass of two percent milk contains five grams of fat, which doesn t qualify it as lowfat. In order for a food or drink to be called lowfat it must have three grams of fat or fewer per serving. Government guidelines suggest that everyone over the age of two drink lowfat or fat-free milk.
Spicy foods cause ulcers.
In healthy people, chili peppers and other spices encourage the formation of mucous, which coats the stomach and protects the lining from damage. Chili peppers, ginger, garlic turmeric, cumin and other spices contain important phytochemicals, which can help lower the risk for cancer. Also, using more spices and herbs in your cooking can help you lower the amount of fat and salt you use. Frozen and canned vegetables make healthy choices. Vegetables and fruits are frozen straight from the field and have nutrient levels similar to fleshy harvested produce.