In the field of dietetics and nutrition, controversies often arise, fads that set off alarm bells, or trends that we follow without knowing if they are really good for us. It is also a field affected by many deep-rooted myths that nutritionists try to debunk whenever they have the opportunity.
In this sense, social networks have become a powerful speaker for nutrition experts to disseminate about issues related to food. And they also serve to try to disprove false beliefs in favor of more truthful and healthy lessons. Sabrina Nicoli is a nutritionist who uses her social media profiles (with more than 47 thousand followers on TikTok and more than 49 thousand on Instagram) to address nutrition alongside mental health. One of her most popular contents are her videos where she compiles the lessons that bother users the most.
In the first installment of this video series, Nicoli began by assuring that “sugar is not addictive.” He also highlighted that vegetables do not need to be present in every meal.
From a mental health perspective, the nutritionist assures that “healthy” foods are not so healthy if you cannot allow yourself to enjoy more “fun” foods without feeling guilty about it. She also stresses that “no matter how healthy you eat, if you don't eat enough, your body will suffer.”
This video was very well received on his Instagram and TikTok. So he published a second part in both profiles reviewing other things that he usually says that seem to bother people. The first is that if you don't have a medical condition – such as diabetes – “recording your blood sugar level is a waste of time and money.”
“Superfoods do not exist,” the nutritionist states flatly. On the other hand, she explains that fasting when you are hungry is not good for your health, but rather “it is a form of restriction.” Finally, she notes that avocado toast and avocado sandwiches are “literally the same thing,” but the latter are “demonized,” while the former are considered “wellness.”
In a similar vein to previous content, Sabrina Nicoli has also shared videos with 'unpopular opinions' from the point of view of a nutritionist. That is, unpopular opinions on which to shed visibility.
“It's okay to have sweets every day,” says Nicoli. “You don't need to do a cleanse, your liver is great at detoxifying your body,” reflects the nutritionist, in a reference to the popular and controversial detox diets.
He also assures that if adding mayonnaise to your salad helps you eat more vegetables, “then mayonnaise will be a healthy option.” “Organic does not mean safer or healthier,” concludes the nutritionist, who usually receives positive comments on social networks for giving visibility to this type of reflections.
