Weight loss myths

With lots of information being available online, so is disinformation. It is difficult to differentiate the truths from the myths. Here are some common myths about weight loss and the truth associated you should definitely know if you’re trying to lose weight:

1. Myth: Easy immediate fix for weight loss is possible. I would love to tell you that this is possible and that this product is mine. Several ads boast of too good to be true solutions to losing weight, the truth of the matter is that there is no easy or simple fix. Trust me when I say that losing weight takes time, patience, dedication and a lot of self-discipline when it comes to eating and lifestyle habits.

Truth: The reality is that weight loss takes work. It also takes time, so don’t expect to lose ten pounds in a week. Be realistic with your goals and understand that losing weight is a life long change in your habits and the way you eat and function.

2. Myth: Eating “low carb,” “low fat”, “low calorie” foods help lose weight. Many dieters feel if something says it’s sugar-free, low-carb, or low in fat, it entails them to have them as much they can. Food labels contain accurate, easy to understand information that can be used as

Truth: The reality is that most food labels are misleading or incorrect, and can actually lead to binge eating. Several studies have shown that excessive consumption of sugar-free foods cause irritable bowel syndrome and sometimes trick the body into believing that it’s eating sugar, thereby seeking real sugar. It is advised to eat natural foods like whole wheat breads, fruits, and vegetables when you feel the need to binge and this could help you lose weight.

3. Myth: You can lose weight without changing your present lifestyle. Going on a diet is enough to lose the weight and maintain it.

Truth: You need to look at your lifestyle and make necessary changes in the way you live your life. Diets might help you lose water weight or even a few pounds, they must actually be followed for the rest of your life in order to keep those pounds off. The secret in being healthy and fit is in maintaining how you live on a day-to-day basis.

4. Myth: Spot reduction treatments work! You must have seen ads that claim several things that seem so easy. A few sittings on our machine and your fat would melt like butter on a hot pan! A few sit-ups a week would give you six pack stomach or that by lifting some free weights, your arms will be less flabby.

Truth: Fat isn't accumulated at a few spots in body. It is just visible at a few points like stomach, hips and things. Fat in human bodies is distributed evenly, so it’s very difficult to spot reduce fat from certain “problem areas” easily. It is possible to tone up problem areas with exercise, but for the muscles to show up, you must lose the fat first.

Follow a healthy diet plan, follow it up with an effective exercise plan is the best way to ensure that you look slim and trim all over.