Weight Loss Myths Busted: How To Burn Fat Fast | Dr. Mark Hyman
Fact: You can’t target fat loss in a specific area through exercise.
Overall fat loss is achieved through a combination of diet and exercise. 1. Spot reduction: why targeting weight loss to a specific area is a myth – The University of Sydney
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2. The Science of Fat Loss: Evidence-Based Strategies to Achieve Your Goals
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Myth 2: Carbs make you fat.
Fact: All macronutrients (carbs, proteins, and fats) are essential for a healthy diet. The key is portion control and choosing whole grains over refined carbs. 1. What are macronutrients? | MD Anderson Cancer Center
www.mdanderson.org
Myth 3: Skipping meals helps you lose weight.
Fact: Skipping meals can slow down your metabolism and lead to overeating later. It’s better to eat balanced meals throughout the day. 1. What Happens to the Body When You Skip Meals? – Piedmont Healthcare
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Myth 4: Eating late at night causes weight gain.
Fact: What matters is the total number of calories consumed, not the time of day you eat them. 1. Time You Eat Doesn’t Matter For Weight Loss, Study Finds
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Myth 5: Fad diets are the answer.
Fact: Most fad diets are unsustainable and can lead to nutrient deficiencies. Focus on a balanced diet and lifestyle changes. 1. Weight loss and fad diets – Better Health Channel
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
2. Weight loss: 6 strategies for success – Mayo Clinic
www.mayoclinic.org
Myth 6: You need to starve yourself to lose weight.
Fact: Extreme calorie restriction can be harmful. A healthy weight loss plan involves gradual changes and sustainable habits. 1. Calorie restriction, immune function, and health span | National Institutes of Health (NIH)
www.nih.gov
2. Steps for Losing Weight | Healthy Weight and Growth – CDC
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Remember, sustainable weight loss is about making healthy lifestyle changes, not quick fixes.
1. Nurturing Your Metabolism: Lifestyle Choices for Sustainable Weight Loss – Madison Wellness & Aesthetic Center
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