Most people learn more about losing weight when they start living a healthier life. Here are some common myths about weight loss that you should be aware of if you are looking to lose weight.
All calories are the same – Your body will metabolize different calories differently. For example, one calorie of protein will not be the same as one calorie of sugar. This is because 250 calories from a chicken breast will keep you fuller compared to 250 calories from a can of soda.
Losing weight is a linear process – Everyone’s weight will fluctuate due to water retention, the time of day and the hormones created by your body at the time. Start off by weighing yourself at a set time every day and look at the overall trend over a period of weeks to assess if your diet and exercise routine is working for you.
Weight loss pills can help you lose weight – Weight loss pills are a waste of time as they will alter you’re eating habits unnaturally, and this can cause blood sugar drops and severe cravings. Look at a healthy diet that is void of process foods, sugars and high in lean proteins, vegetables, fruits and healthy fats.
You should eat less and workout more – Although this is not entirely untrue, it is important to understand how you can fit in healthy food, stay full and introduce a form of exercise that you enjoy, to live a well-balanced, healthy lifestyle.