10 nutrition myths experts wish would die

Soy milk can raise the risk of breast cancer. Fat-free foods are healthier than high-fat foods. Vegans and vegetarians are deficient in protein. Some false ideas about nutrition seem to linger in American culture like a terrible song stuck in your head.

So, to set the record straight, we asked 10 of the top nutrition experts in the United States a simple question: What is one nutrition myth you wish would go away - and why? Here's what they said.

Myth No 1: Fresh fruits and vegetables are always healthier than canned, frozen or dried varieties.

Despite the enduring belief that "fresh is best," research has found that frozen, canned and dried fruits and vegetables can be just as nutritious as their fresh counterparts.

"They can also be a money saver and an easy way to make sure there are always fruits and vegetables available at home,"...