Amidst the fads, facts, and fiction about weight loss we are bombarded with every day, it's hard to deduce what is wise and what is worthless. Here are some popular myths about nutrition and weight loss, and the facts that debunk them.
MYTH #1: - All Fat Is Bad
Fat is the principle energy source for fueling our bodies. But it's important to make sure we aren't getting too much and that we're getting the right types of fats.
MYTH #2: - Eating After 8:00pm Makes You Gain Weight
Really it's the type of food you eat, not the time of day that determines weight gain. However, most of us tend to make poorer choices in the evening, like ice cream and cookies.
MYTH #3: - You Can Eat More Food If They Are Low-Fat Or Fat-Free
Though these “light” alternatives have less fat, they are most often packed with carbohydrates and sodium to make up for the taste. Do your homework and check the label.
MYTH #4: - Stress Does Not Affect Your Weight
Stress induces a hormone known as cortisol. Cortisol contributes to changes in your metabolism, increased hunger cravings, and fat storage. When we're stressed, we also tend to make poor food choices and exercise less, which contributes to weight gain.
MYTH #5: - Chow Down-You're Eating For Two
Expecting women generally only need 200 to 300 additional calories during the first trimester, and 300 to 500 extra calories during the second and third trimesters. Don't use it as an excuse to double your food intake.
MYTH #6: - Eating Carbohydrates Make You Eat
Carbohydrates are an important part of your diet. Whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and dairy products all contain high ratios of carbohydrates. The total number of calories you eat affects your weight loss, not just the carbohydrates.
MYTH #7: - Fad Diets Are A Good Way To Kick-Start Permanent Weight Loss
Lifestyle changes are the only permanent way to get rid of those extra pounds. If you really want to lose the weight for good, make changes that you can sustain for the rest of your life.
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