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It probably won’t come as a surprise to hear there is a great deal of
confusion around nutrition. In fact, many people reading this article will have
only a scant idea about the different food types and what our body actually
needs to keep healthy.
One of the simplest systems I’ve encountered is this. If the food tastes
good, then it has to be ‘bad’ for you! And then there’s its counterpart, “If the
food tastes ‘bad’ then it must be ‘good’ for you”. You may identify with these
views, or some closely related version! Nutrition for some has been reduced to a
concept of ‘good’ and ‘bad’ with little else.
Some common weight loss myths that people believe - which aren’t true!
Myth #1: Cutting down on portion size is the best way to lose weight. Not on
its own. If you attempt to lose weight by just eating less, you are likely to
gain the weight back. Lasting results will come from changing the types of foods
you eat, not just the amounts.
Myth #2: Just cut out fat and you’ll lose weight. This approach to weight
loss, popular in the 80s, simply doesn’t work for most people. Even if a food is
labeled “fat-free,” it can still be high in calories from sugar and hidden
carbs. Effective weight loss comes from being mindful of your total calorie
consumption as well as your fat intake.
Myth #3: Cutting calories causes your body to go into starvation mode and
slows weight loss. This is untrue. Your body’s resting metabolic rate can vary
by about 15%. Nevertheless, eating too few calories and an inadequate amount of
protein can make you lose precious lean muscle mass, which will eventually slow
metabolism, for the long term. Ideally, stick to the calorie and protein amounts
that are right for your body with the Herbalife™ program.
Myth #4: High-protein diets cause ketosis, which reduces hunger. Ketosis
occurs when fat, instead of carbohydrate, is used as an energy source during a
high-protein diet. Ketone bodies are produced, which give your breath a bad
“fruity” odor. Ketone bodies do not reduce appetite; but, eating sufficient
protein for your body needs can help reduce hunger and support weight loss.
Myth #5: Exercise alone can help you lose weight. While exercise is an
important component of a healthy weight-loss program, it is not a great way to
lose weight on its own. Exercising for even an hour at a time burns only a
moderate amount of calories. Combining exercise with calorie reduction and a
healthy eating plan is the most effective way to lose weight and keep it
off.
One of the most healthful and helpful steps you can take to improve your
health and that of your family’s is to learn about nutrition. The principles are
easy to understand and armed with the correct information, it’s possible to make
an improvement to your health.
© Kim Beardsmore
Kim Beardsmore M.B.A., B.Sc. (Biochemistry) writes for the online weight
loss, health & fitness magazine Weight Loss Health. For free resources,
tips and healthy recipes to help you lose weight and gain energy, visit http://weight-loss-health.com.au
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