Like myths, there can be some truth to these weight loss claims. However, an important skill to develop is the ability to separate fact from fiction. Some key questions to ask yourself are; “does that sound too good to be true?” “Does this make the science sound easy to understand?” and lastly, “what, if any, sources are they citing?” 
Science, especially when it comes to the science of metabolism and human biology, is complicated. It takes years, and several degrees, to understand it enough to be qualified to communicate it to the public. Experts in this field are also the first to tell you they don’t know everything. I am a dietitian with a master’s degree specializing in research on weight change and metabolism, and there are many things I still don’t know or understand. …