subject: Calories in vs. Calories out - An old belief [print this page] Calories in vsCalories in vs. Calories out - An old belief
For as far back as anyone who has dieted can probably remember, reducing the amount of calories is supposed to result in adipose (fat) weight loss. This is the common theme from most government agencies including the FDA, The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and many other organizations. Many of them citing that "Weight management is all about balance balancing the number of calories you consume with the number of calories your body uses or burns off,' " says The U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
If it is so simple that we need only reduce the amount of calories that we consume or simply expend above what we consume, why then is the weight loss issue so persistent?
I would like to argue that the quality of food that you eat is just as or more important than how much.
While the hCG Diet relies initially on the reduction of calories for weight loss, the second, and arguably the most important aspect of the diet, is what you are eating.
Many hCG dieters have experienced phenomenal weight loss on the program. We have even had one customer lose over 120 pounds! Today weight loss products are as common as the excuses. This is some practical and scientific information on how what you are eating is as important as how much. Try these two easy steps to lose 5 pounds this week:
1. What you eat can be just as important as how much
Try to eat foods that are rich, complete sources of nutrients. Try to include high-quality, low fat foods in your meals like fish, turkey and vegetables. Although fruits and fruit juices are healthy, many of them are very high in sugar content. Stick with a medium apple or fruit of choice with your meals. Starches and sugars can be a dieters worst enemy.
2. Under eating is elusive
When you hop on the scale and it shows you a number that was larger than expected, a common belief is that maybe you ate too much for dinner last night or breakfast this morning. While both of those may very well have contributed, reducing how much you eat, says recent research, may not be the solution. Foods like rice and potatoes are very carbohydrate and calorie dense, requiring longer digestion and typically have low nutrition value. Instead of eating less, try eating healthy. Have asparagus with your steak instead of potatoes. Instead of using a tortilla for your next homemade taco, try using lettuce. The lettuce is a great source of fiber and can even act as a buffer to block out would-be fat.
The always recommended exercise is important and can help significantly with any diet regimen, but it wont be the end-all for every person looking to maintain their weight. What we choose to eat can be just as vital to our health as our fitness. In maintaining your weight, try using a calorie-free flavored water to stay hydrated like flavored stevia or Crystal Light. If you have a sweet tooth, many grocery stores offer an entire selection of sugar-free cookies and candies remember, sugar free does not mean carbohydrate free.
While working hard to lose weight and keep it off, we are encouraging you to be mindful of what you eat as much as the quantity.
For more information on the hCG Diet and weight loss information, visit www.platinumbodyperformance.com .
