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It seems like we’re bombarded with tips on nutrition and weight loss.
There’s just so much content out there talking about what you should eat and what you shouldn’t.
Unfortunately, a lot of this information is incorrect.
In today’s video, we’re going to list 17 nutrition myths and facts.
Are calories all that matter when it comes to weight loss?
Are high fat foods unhealthy?
Is breakfast the most important meal of the day?
We’ll talk about all of these AND more...
1.
‘Calories in, calories out’ You need to burn more calories than you consume.
There is no question about that.
But if you think this is the only thing that matters when it comes to weight, you’re
mistaken.
There are other factors such as metabolic conditions, and hormonal imbalance that have
an effect on your weight loss.
This is why some people find it harder to drop weight, even when they’re following
a strict diet plan.
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2.
High fat foods are unhealthy You may ditch high fat foods out of the fear
it makes you gain weight.
A low-fat diet can be beneficial to your overall health, plus reduce your weight.
But that’s not always the case.
You need dietary fat to maintain your health.
Research has also shown that diets with higher fat content are just as good at helping you
lose weight as low-fat diets.
3.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day
You’ve probably heard this all your life.
But research shows it’s not necessarily the case for most adults.
Skipping breakfast means you reduce the number of calories you consume.
Secondly, skipping breakfast while doing intermittent fasting is shown to have a number of health
benefits.
You can, of course, have breakfast and still control your calorie count.
If you enjoy eating breakfast, eat it.
Just as long as you keep yourself in check the rest of the day.
4.
You need to eat small, frequent meals to stay healthy
If you’re a healthy person, this makes no difference.
As long as you’re eating enough to meet your energy needs for the day, smaller meals
don't make a difference.
Small, frequent meals only benefit if you have medical conditions like diabetes or IBS.
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5.
Non-nutritive sweeteners are healthy You may think using non-nutritive sweeteners
is a healthy alternative to foods with added sugar.
This is not necessarily the case.
A high intake of these sweeteners also has negative effects on your health.
Research has shown that consuming non-nutritive sweeteners regularly has been linked with
an unhealthy lifestyle.
6.
Macronutrient ratio matters more than diet quality
Fitness freaks tend to focus on macro nutrients and their ratio in your diet.
The focus on these ratios rather than the overall quality of the diet itself doesn’t
exactly help your overall health.
So, protein shakes and processed foods can increase disease risk.
7.
White potatoes are unhealthy Anyone who’s following a diet usually avoids
white potatoes, especially if they want to lose weight.
This is because it’s presumed that white potatoes come with too many carbs.
In reality, white potatoes have good nutritional value and should be part of your diet.
It doesn’t, of course, mean you should splurge on them.
But you shouldn’t completely ignore them.
8.
Low fat foods are healthy alternatives You might be looking for low-fat or fat-free
products when you go to your grocery store.
But as it turns out, these kinds of foods can be more harmful.
Research shows these so-called fat-free products actually have a lot of added sugar and salt
compared to regular foods.
Instead of buying these products, you’re better off having small amounts of yogurt
and cheese.
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9.
Supplements are a waste of money A well-rounded diet is always preferred.
But for people with diseases like type-2 diabetes, or those on medication, they may not be able
to get all the nutrients they need.
This is where supplements come in handy.
It’s a myth that supplements are completely useless.
They provide important nutrients you can’t get from a regular diet.
10.
A low calorie diet is the best way to lose weight
It’s often believed that eating less calories will help you lose weight.
Well it is true that your weight will fall.
But this isn’t good for your overall health, as you won’t be getting enough energy to
last throughout the day.
Your weight loss also doesn’t last long.
A low-calorie diet ends up ruining your metabolic rate, and increases your hunger pangs.
11.
You have to be skinny to be healthy It’s true that obesity is linked with a
number of diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart-related issues.
To avoid the risk of getting these diseases, it’s important to reduce your weight.
But it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to become rail thin.
Being skinny is not equivalent to being healthy.
What you need to do is consume a diet with enough nutrients to support an active lifestyle.
12.
Calcium supplements are necessary for bone health
Supplements are good for increasing your nutrient intake.
But popping calcium supplements, thinking they’re necessary for your bone health,
is unnecessary.
Research shows that these calcium supplements do more harm than good.
They increase your risk of heart disease, and actually fail to reduce the chances of
a fracture or osteoporosis.
13.
Fiber supplements are a good substitute for high fiber foods
Another myth surrounding supplements is that they can be substituted for high fiber foods.
You may have trouble including fiber-rich foods in your diet.
So fiber supplements can feel like a decent option.
But they don’t work on your body the same way.
Fibers from vegetables and fruits have specific plant compounds, which work in synergy to
improve your health.
Supplements can’t do that.
14.
All smoothies and juices are healthy Smoothies and juices packed with nutrients,
or those freshly made, are quite beneficial to your health.
A mistake you might make is thinking this applies to store-bought smoothies as well.
You need to remember that smoothies and juices you get from stores are loaded with added
sugar and calories.
The more you drink them, the more weight you gain.
15.
Everyone can benefit from a probiotic Probiotics are easily the most popular supplement.
But they are not useful to everyone.
Some people don’t get any benefits from them.
This could be because your digestive system is resistant to probiotics.
Also, you might have bacterial growth in your small intestine due to the use of probiotics.
This can end up causing bloating and other issues.
16.
Weight loss is easy You may see pictures online of people who
have seemingly lost a ton of weight.
Supplement companies also do this to advertise their products.
It might give the impression that weight loss is easy, but that’s not the case.
Weight loss requires a lot of hard work and consistency, and takes longer than you might
be led to believe.
17.
Tracking calories and macros is necessary for weight loss
Sometimes you find yourself obsessed with counting calories.
This is in pursuit of your weight loss goals.
Tracking your food is a useful tool, but not at the cost of tracking every single morsel
you put in your mouth.
If you obsess over calories, you might actually end up with an eating disorder.
While there are so many myths about nutrition, there are also some facts you might want to
know about.
For instance, there are few basic nutrients that affect your body in more ways than you
think.
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