Nutrition Myths That Need to Be Addressed

Myth 1: Carbs make you fat.

The biggest confusion I see in weight loss comes from forgetting the first law of thermodynamics. Energy cannot be created or destroyed.

Another thing people forget is that net fat loss and fat gain is what matters. Yes, you can burn more fat by cutting carbs, but as long as the net calories by the end of the day are high enough, your fat burning effect will be matched with a similar amount of fat gain.

Therefore, energy balance is what matters. You can have a low carb breakfast and do an intense workout, tap into body fat for energy, and then store that same amount back by the evening by eating more calories later in the day.

Myth 2: Fat makes you fat.

Some years ago, there was also this common belief that fat is bad and makes you fat. This is even worse than avoiding carbs, because fats are an essential macronutrient. Just because their name is fat, does not mean they automatically turn into fat in the body. Again, it is energy balance. Fats do come with more calories per gram than carbs, but they are also quite satiating. Keep fat in control, but don’t avoid it.

Myth 3: Fasting is the secret to weight loss.

Fasting is a terrible way to lose weight for most people. It results in binge eating behavior, insufficient protein and macronutrient intake, and muscle loss, especially in older people, and especially in females.

If it works with you, then that is fine, but things like total protein intake for the day and sufficient micronutrient intake should be planned well.

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