Weight Loss Myths & Diabetes

Confused about all the diets available for weight loss? Quick fix, fad diets are everywhere promising fast weight loss. Consider these weight loss myths and facts:

• Myth: Skipping meals can help with weight loss. Fact: Most people who skip meals tend to overeat later in the day.
  
• Myth: Eating in the evening causes weight gain. Fact: The time that you eat does not affect weight gain. It is the amount of calories you take in during the entire day.
  
• Myth: High protein diets work well for weight loss. Fact: High protein, low carb diets are often high in fat and cholesterol. These diets are often difficult to follow long-term.
  
• Myth: Some foods like grapefruit and cabbage help to burn fat. Fact: No food burns fat. Reduced calories eaten and physical activity daily is the best way to lose weight and burn fat.
  
• Myth: Quick weight loss diets equate to permanent weight loss. Fact: Quick weight loss diets are typically water losses that will be regained. A slow weight loss of 1-2 lbs. per week is most effective long-term.
  

Remember that weight gain did not occur overnight and neither will weight loss. It takes time to lose weight. Focus on decreasing calories consumed while increasing calories expended through exercise.

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