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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

5 Myths About Weight Loss You Still Believe!

Are you still cutting carbs and skipping meals to lose weight? Let's bust some myths that might be sabotaging your fat-loss journey.

Introduction

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Carbohydrates have been unfairly blamed for weight gain; whole carbs like oats, brown rice & millet provide energy and fibre, essential for sustainable fat loss.

Myth 1: Carbs Are Your Enemy

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It's not carbs; refined carbs lead to weight gain; choose complex carbs over processed ones. Balance is the key.

The Truth

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Skipping breakfast or dinner to shed kilos? This can slow your metabolism and trigger binge eating later.

Myth 2: Skipping Meals Helps Burn Fat

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Consistent meal timing supports weight loss; try small, nutrient-dense meals every 3–4 hours to keep your metabolism active.

The Truth

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Cutting calories drastically can backfire; your body switches to survival mode and starts to hold onto fat.

Myth 3: Weight Loss Means Eating Less

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Eat smarter, not less, and include protein, fibre, and healthy fats in every meal for long-lasting satiety and muscle retention.

The Truth

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Endless running won't get you toned, while cardio burns calories; it won't build lean muscle mass.

Myth 4: Cardio Is All You Need

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On combining strength training with cardio, actual transformation can happen. Building muscle boosts your resting metabolism and promotes fat loss, even at rest. 

The Truth

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Stop falling for outdated advice, adopt a balanced approach, eat clean, train smart & sleep well as real results come from real habits.

Break Free From Myths!

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