11 Foods With "Bad Raps" That Deserve Another Chance!

MYTH: Beans are high in carbs and therefore will cause weight gain.

TRUTH: As a meal addition, beans are great because of their versatility and variety — oh, yeah, and their many, many benefits. "They reduce cholesterol, they are high in antioxidants, folic acid, protein, and potassium," says Glassman. "And the high-fiber, low-sugar combination prevents insulin from spiking and causing hunger."