5 Weight Loss Myths

New Leaf Wellness Podcast

In this video Air and KP discuss the top 5 weight loss myths.
Myth #1:
A Calorie is a Calorie
The adage "Calories in, Calories out" If you burn more calories than you consume, you'll lose weight. Incorrect!
While maintaining an energy balance is vital to losing weight, not all calories are the same.
Your body reacts differently to various types of nutrients, such as proteins, carbs, fats, and different kinds of fibres. For example, consuming highly refined carbs, such as white bread, sugar or pasta, can lead to insulin resistance and weight gain. Instead, focus on eating real food such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. These foods provide the nutrients to keep you full longer, reducing caloric intake.
Myth #2:
Carbs Are Bad for You
Regarding weight loss, carbohydrates are often demonised as the food group that is the number one cause of weight gain. However, the truth is that carbs are an essential part of a healthy diet. The problem is not carbs per se but the carbs that people consume, such as refined carbs with empty calories and minimal nutritional value. Add carbs like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to your diet.
Myth #3:
Skipping Meals Helps You Lose Weight
Skipping meals, especially breakfast, can cause weight gain instead of weight loss. Your metabolism slows down when you don't consume anything for an extended period, so the fat-burning process slows down too. Additionally, when you skip meals, you tend to overeat later to compensate for the missed meal, negating any potential benefits of cutting it. Instead, focus on eating three balanced meals and two healthy snacks daily to keep your metabolism functioning effectively.
Myth #4:
Supplements Can Help You Lose Weight
The supplement industry thrives on the promise that it can help with weight loss by boosting your metabolism and curbing your appetite. Unfortunately, most of these supplements tend to be ineffective or even harmful. Some supplements that cause rapid weight loss can also lead to the loss of muscle mass and harm to your vital organs. It's important to remember that a healthy and sustainable weight loss journey is more about making healthy lifestyle choices than popping pills.
Myth #5:
Exercise is All You Need to Lose Weight
While exercise is essential to stay healthy, weight loss requires consuming fewer calories than you burn. Although regular exercise can help you increase your muscle mass and reduce your body fat, without paying attention to your diet, it can be challenging to lose weight. Try incorporating cardio and strength training into your routine, and focus on eating whole, nutritious foods that fuel your body's needs.
Conclusion:
Weight loss can be challenging at the best times, and the unnecessary and often counterproductive myths attached can make the process much harder. The most important thing is approaching weight loss with a well-informed, sustainable plan rather than following harmful fads. Armed with the facts and the right tools, you can achieve your weight goals without getting bogged down in often confusing myths.
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ABOUT AIR: Air Page founded the brand New Leaf Detox Resort in 2006 on the beautiful Thailand Island of Koh Samui.
Air operated her detox weight loss resort on Lamai Beach between 2006 and 2019. In 2017 she invested and constructed a new purpose-built detox, weight loss and wellness resort called New Leaf Wellness Resort. The Maenam beach retreat is a 3-acre tropical paradise with all modern facilities, a 25-meter saltwater beach