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Saturday, March 7, 2009

Facts, Lies and Bad Diets

By Samantha Putz

Celebrities for the most part have tremendous pressure on their shoulders to be the best and look the best. They resort to all kinds of fad diets to keep them in check for the world to scrutinize. Low carbs, fat free foods, low calories and a lot of perspiration. Is this the life you deem normal and accepted? Constantly thinking about your next meal, your next workout or your next weigh in? It's exhausting just to think about it. Most stars will admit this lifestyle isn't your typical dream life, but it doesn't seem to deter them one bit, so what can the girl next door do? Follow the next diet trend and hope this time your hard work will pay off? I've been on this ride many times and have been unsuccessful. So why have all these diets failed us? Let's look at some common diet fads.

Sugar and Starch are what fuels the body and the brain with much needed energy. Without these important carbohydrates, your body suffers from cumbersome symptoms such as fatigue, headaches and hunger pangs. Diets that herald eating low carb foods like Atkins and the Zone set you up for failure because as humans, we are not designed to live without carbs. Although initially, the weight loss is rapid, you're soon faced with unsurmountable cravings that lead you to the "junk" cupboard or the drive-thru at some fast food restaurant for a quick carb fix. The World Health Organization suggests our food intake comprise of at least 55-75% carbs. Anything lower and your body starts to react, leaving you feeling ill. Is this how you want to live the rest of your life?

Sugar and Starch are what fuels the body and the brain with much needed energy. Without these important carbohydrates, your body suffers from cumbersome symptoms such as fatigue, headaches and hunger pangs. Diets that herald eating low carb foods like Atkins and the Zone set you up for failure because as humans, we are not designed to live without carbs. Although initially, the weight loss is rapid, you're soon faced with unsurmountable cravings that lead you to the "junk" cupboard or the drive-thru at some fast food restaurant for a quick carb fix. The World Health Organization suggests our food intake comprise of at least 55-75% carbs. Anything lower and your body starts to react, leaving you feeling ill. Is this how you want to live the rest of your life?

Fat Free Diets are no better. After all, fat free means less fat on you. Not true, most of these foods are still loaded with sugar and sugar makes you fat, period. Don't be fooled by the "honey is better than sugar" theory either, they're both the same, just from a difference source. Opt for foods low in sugar rather than fat free. So, are diets a complete waste of time? They are if you have no clue how your body utilizes it's food and expends it's energy. If you want to lose weight, read up on different diets and chose one that suits your particular needs. Whatever you do, never give up and keep trying. - 17268

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