This guest post was written by Michael Volkin, inventor of
Weight Loss Stack 52 (currently undergoing crowdfunding), the most
unique and fun way to lose weight.
Are you
tangled in the web of weight loss fads and endless contradicting information on
the web? Hopefully you haven’t fallen victim to one of these fads, wasting
money and time with the hopes to lose a few pounds, only to gain more back in
return. I know, it’s frustrating and millions of people share your pain. Below I explain several myths that you might
be doing right now to try and lose weight. If you are, then stop wasting your
time and money.
MYTH # 1)
LOSING WEIGHT REQUIRES HUNGER PAINS
The fact is,
what you eat is more important than how much you eat. If you don't eat
enough, your metabolism will slow down, making your body want to store fat. As a result, your initial weight loss will
come from water and muscle, instead of fat.
You should
try to consume healthy food choices and save those foods (and beverages) that
are high in fat, sugar and calories for special occasions. Yes, you can have
those unhealthy food choices from time to time, in fact, it’s encouraged.
Without a cheat meal or snack every now and then, you will get frustrated and
lose sight of your goal. Please note, I
said a cheat meal, not a cheat day. I see too many people doing cheat days, which is way too much for your
body to overcome on a weight loss plan.
MYTH # 2)
EAT NO FAT WHATSOEVER
This is a
very old and popular myth. Your fat intake should be limited to around 15% of
your overall daily calorie intake. Fat is needed in any diet to lubricate your
joints, keeps your skin smooth and elastic, provide a source of energy, help
your nervous system function properly and more. Olive, flaxseed and fish oils
are good sources of fats. Fats to avoid include saturated fats and hydrogenated
fats (also known as trans fats).
MYTH # 3) AVOID
CARBS
You’ve
certainly heard this before, “Carbohydrates are bad for you and should be
avoided”. This myth has been trending lately as fad diets like Atkins and its
copycats become more and more popular. The truth is carbohydrates have a moderate
amount of calories (about half as many as fat). Simple carbohydrates (sugar)
should be limited, but complex carbohydrates: whole grain and starches are high
in nutrients. The problem with carbohydrates is portion control. Too many
people eat at restaurants with huge portion sizes loaded with 5 times the
amount of carbs needed for a given meal.
The best way to control your carb portions is to cook for yourself.
MYTH # 4)
MEAT IS THE ONLY WAY TO GET ENOUGH PROTEIN
Meat is a
great source of protein, but it certainly is not the only source. Meat can also
be high in fat and sodium so many people look for alternative sources of
protein. Egg whites are a prime source of protein and so are various vegetables
and legumes like peas, spinach, Brussels sprouts and broccoli.
MYTH #5:
EXERCISE AT LEAST 30 CONSECUTIVE MINUTES TO GET AN EFFECTIVE CALORIE BURNING
WORKOUT
Adults
should engage in a workout regimen for at least 30 minutes a day at least 4
days a week. Research has shown that the activity does not need to be done all
at once. The 30 minute routine can be
split into two 15 minute intervals and provide the same health benefits.
MYTH #6:
VEGETARIANS AND VEGANS ARE HEALTHIER EATERS THAN CARNIVORES
Vegetarians
on average eat fewer calories and less fat than carnivores (non-vegetarians).
However, vegetarians can make eating choices that contribute to weight gain by
eating large amounts of high-fat, high-calorie foods as well as food with
little nutritional value. The term vegetarian is not synonymous with health.
The best way
to be sure you are getting a well balanced, nutrient rich diet is to eat more
whole foods and less processed, pre-packaged foods and to avoid eating out as
much as possible. Make eating out an occasional treat, but try to prepare most
of your meals yourself and you will be on your way to living a healthier,
leaner lifestyle.
With your new found knowledge of weight
loss, grab yourself a deck of my new invention, Weight
Loss Stack 52, weight loss cards.
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