Is it possible to eat and lose weight?

There is a lot of talk these days about negative calorie foods. If we take this wording literally, then we can say that in fact such products do not exist. There are low calorie foods.

These are foods rich in fiber. These include: lettuce and sorrel, green beans, asparagus, carrots, white cabbage, parsley, dill, cucumber, zucchini, broccoli, tomatoes, radishes, beets, citrus fruits, pineapple, watermelon, apple, celery, raspberries and others. The body spends a lot of energy on their digestion, and at the same time there is a saturation effect. With their daily use and the correct combination with proteins, fats and carbohydrates, it is possible to significantly reduce the calorie content of the diet without feeling hungry.

But there is one thing: carbohydrates, proteins and fats also have different calories per gram. For example, carbohydrates and proteins contain 4 calories per gram, while fats contain 9 calories per gram. Therefore, if you want to lose weight, you need to approach the calculation of calories in a complex way and be sure to choose a variety of products.

Also, severe calorie restriction for weight loss can backfire. The lack of nutrients and energy produced to maintain normal functions, the psychological stress caused by this decrease in energy, can cause weight gain, slowing down of thought processes and concentration. The body goes into survival mode and the metabolism gradually starts to stop.

A body in survival mode will refuse to lose more fat and will hold on to every calorie it can. In the most extreme case, when the body is starving because it consumes too few or no calories, permanent organ damage occurs.

Of course, controlling your calorie intake is important. But consider how foods affect the feeling of satiety and energy costs of the body. Do not forget about regular physical activity, drink enough water, observe the daily routine. If you are striving for a slim figure, be sure to consult your doctor. Each organism has its own characteristics. Only an integrated approach will help to fulfill the dream and turn your body into a slim and healthy one.

Nina DONSKIKH.

Photo by Natalia Bakhareva

According to the materials “My House Moscow»