Find out the truth behind the most common weight loss hacks. Losing weight isn’t easy and these weight loss myths only make it harder. Know about these common weight loss myths that fail your weight loss plans.

1. Weight Loss
Myths Debunked
The Most Common
Weight Loss Myths

2. Myth 1
Starving will make you lose weight

3. • Starving for a certain period leads to Subsequent
overeating and worse, wrong eating
• Body misses out on essential nutrients, pulling down your
health
• Lack of vitality (energy)
• Lack of energy gives rise to cravings for high-sugar &
high-carb food items
• Giving in to unhealthy food cravings results in weight gain
Facts

4. Myth 2
All Carbohydrates make you put on weight

5. Facts
• One needs to be cautious with carbohydrates, particularly
more if you are overweight or a diabetic
• Carbohydrates are an important component of food
• Make dietary changes to replace simple carbs with
complex ones - complex carbs convert to glucose at a
slow rate
• Processed carbs are usually high in sugar - avoid them
• Items like brown rice and multi-grain bread are healthier
choices

6. Myth 3
Snacking between meals leads to weight
gain

7. Facts
• The right type of snacking does not lead to weight gain
• Portion control plays a major role in weight management
• According to most dietitians, having five small meals a day
is better than gorging on a heavy meal
• Diet supplements like – ground nuts & walnuts in particular,
are rich sources of protein & help with cholesterol
management
• Snacking becomes important for diabetics, who are usually
advised to eat something every 3 to 4 hours

8. Myth 4
You don’t need to exercise if you’re on the
right diet

9. Facts
• Regular exercising helps burn calories & build muscle
• The more you exercise, the less you need to reduce your
food intake
• Day-to-day activities like walking, taking the stairs,
cleaning the house count as physical exercises
• Aerobic exercises & strength training are proven to help
with weight loss

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