What Are The Misconceptions Related To Nutrition And Weight Loss

An interesting analysis is made in his publication by Dr. Julian Kubala in the online edition of Healthline, based on regularly placed in the media advice on nutrition and comments from users on social networks. 

We present her point of view on some of the common misconceptions related to diets and weight loss ...

1. It only matters how many calories are consumed and how much is expended in terms of weight loss

Indeed, insufficient calorie intake from nutrition is the most important factor guaranteeing weight loss, the author commented, but it is far from the only and sufficient to achieve a successful result. Dietary restrictions do not cover the necessary range of variables that must occur in order to achieve permanent weight loss. This process is influenced by a number of other factors such as hormonal imbalance, the presence of metabolic disorders, hypothyroidism, medication, genetic factor, diseases that could compromise even the strictest regime and efforts. Therefore, Dr. Julian Kubala recommends that we do not focus only on the quantitative side of food. On the contrary, such a measure could be harmful to health, because we usually focus on low-calorie foods, which are de facto poor in nutrients - such as rice cakes and egg white. Excluding more food is a mistake. The inclusion of such as whole eggs and avocados, for example, can have far greater benefits not only in terms of health, but also for weight loss.

2. Fats are unhealthy

Categorizing all fats and rich foods as harmful is a mistake. Severe fat reduction can also be detrimental to health. Diets with limited to no fat intake create health problems, including metabolic syndrome, increased insulin resistance, triglyceride levels, which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Diets that include fat can also be effective. The key here is not to avoid fats, but to adhere to a golden environment and a competently composed diet in a complex.

3. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day

In fact, not everyone can have a good day's breakfast and be a healthy factor. There are studies that show that skipping breakfast can lead to reduced calorie intake during the day. Conversely, breakfast allows for a more planned meal during the day.

Studies show that skipping breakfast or eating it later can help control blood sugar better and reduce inflammatory markers. The same effect is achieved if you eat breakfast, but withdraw dinner at an earlier time and in the period between 14-16 nothing is consumed. So here are options to choose from according to personal feelings: breakfast and early dinner or shifting meals later.

4. You need to eat less often

This method is recommended for boosting metabolism and losing weight, but in good health the frequency of meals does not matter, as long as the body's energy needs are met.

In the presence of disease, diabetes, coronary artery disease, irritable bowel syndrome, as well as in pregnancy, feeding at intervals of about 3 hours is useful. It is important to just eat regularly, not once a day for the whole day.