WEIGHT LOSS MYTHS

BIGGEST WEIGHT LOSS MYTHS

As a nutritionist, here are common weight loss myths;

Supplements can aid lose weight faster

One of the big lies from most weight loos manufacturing companies. Most studies have found that taking supplements has little impact on weight reduction.

The less you eat as you engage move more, the more fat you lose

In theory, the less food you eat as you increase your body movement, can lead to weight loss. However, this is not the case in reality as for one to shed some fat more you need to burn or make use of more calories than you consume.  Cutting your food intake without minding the calories, dieting and proper exercises can have no impact on an individual’s weight.

Starving can lead to quick weight loss

This is so wrong as starving deprives the body essential nutrients, can make you eat more and lead to weight gain in the long run due to some biochemical factors.

Top tips for rapid weight loss

 I recommend you combine dieting, exercising and adopt healthy lifestyle for quick and effective weight reduction. Eat more foods high in fiber, proteins, healthy fats as you limit intake of sugary, trans fats, sodium and alcohol. Mixing aerobic, strength gaining, HIIT, and cardio exercises activities can boots metabolism and support weight loss.

Dieting: Bad or good?

Dieting is the best way to lose weight especially in the long-term as it ensures you get all the needed nutrients while you cut down on your calorie consumption.

Is slow and steady weight loss better than rapid weight loss?

I recommend you adopt a slow and steady weight reduction plan as its better than losing weight rapidly. A slower process allows the body to adopt to the new diets, exercises and other healthy eating habits.

What’s more important for weight loss – diet or exercise?

For me, dieting for weight loos is more important than exercise. With dieting you can regulate and limit your calorie intake. Taking foods that suppress hunger boots metabolism and supply the body with all nutrients is a better way cut down on weight. Unlike diets, exercising which can also lead to weight reduction, might increase appetite, hunger moods and exhaustion forcing the body to compensate by triggering hunger, this makes you eat more calorie than you’ve burnt delaying the overall weight loos process.

Julia Davis

Mental health expert
MS, University of Latvia

I am deeply convinced that each patient needs a unique, individual approach. Therefore, I use different psychotherapy methods in my work. During my studies, I discovered an in-depth interest in people as a whole and the belief in the inseparability of mind and body, and the importance of emotional health in physical health. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (a big fan of thrillers) and going on hikes.

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