There is so much mixed information out there about which
diet is the best and most effective. Unfortunately, the truth is there isn't a
quick fix to losing weight. It takes hard work and dedication. These are the
most popular myths that I have heard about dieting and what you should know about
them!
1.
Cutting Carbs Out Completely! Carbohydrates are
the number 1 source of fuel for your body. Glucose, the sugar in carbohydrates,
is what your body uses for energy. The best thing to do is to consume carbohydrates
whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low fat dairy products.
2.
Trimming the Fat! Fat is also needed in the
body! By cutting out fat completely you are missing some of the key nutrients
that your body needs for instance omega 3s. What you should trim down on is the
saturated and trans fats and replace those with monounsaturated and
polyunsaturated fats. Focus on lean meats and low fat dairy, nuts, seeds, and
fatty fish such as salmon!
3.
Loading up on Diet drinks! Diet drinks shouldn’t
be considered on the same level as water. Loading up on artificial sweeteners
isn’t the way to go. Try crystal light if you don’t like the taste of water,
but you should definitely replace the diet drinks with WATER!
4.
Last but not least skipping breakfast! Breakfast
is the most important meal of the day. Usually it has been at least 8 hours by
the time you wake up since the last thing that you have put in your body. You
metabolism actually slows down when you skip breakfast because your body goes
into starvation mode! Even if you don’t have time to make breakfast grab a
protein shake and a granola bar. Something is better than nothing!
You have to put effort into eating healthy to see the
results you want. I challenge you to give up one thing, whether it is the fries
that you eat twice a week or the multiple sodas that you drink throughout the day.
To achieve the best results, you need to make lifestyle changes- one step at a
time.
Good Luck!
