Is Weight Loss A Myth?

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(Free-Press-Release.com) March 28, 2011 -- How often have we heard the phrase “we are what we eat”; someone will laugh at it, well I wouldn’t be so skeptic. Just because our life span has increased on average doesn’t mean we don’t get sick; actually we get sicker then before, we just have more ways to heal ourselves, with rest and medicines, but is this really healthy? Think like this: cancers related to our digestive systems are on the rise.

The fast food industry has surrounded us with "yummy" foods everywhere. Also, with the stress we face everyday, we eat to quench the stress. As a result, our health suffers.

Being overweight is an issue for many. One out of three persons is obese, according to statistics. It is something not to be taken lightly, though. Along with obesity come health problems, diabetes, stroke and cancers. it's time for a change.

Weight loss can be achieved through many ways. I have been trying some weight loss formulas before writing my books and articles. One way to lose weight which I haven’t tried is by starving yourself and I can assure you, this is not truly healthy. Even drinking lot of water is just not working; yes it reduces the stomach’s ability to hold much food but it's just temporary and you might end up suffers from insomnia and snack all day long.

So what’s the best way of losing weight? It’s obvious; one must eat a balanced diet to attain weight loss. Carbohydrates must be included as an energy source and some proteins too. Exercising is essential in weight loss.

The key to weight loss is eating the right foods. Now all of this is good talk, but it’s not as easy as it sounds; as said before our stress lives, fast food, to tired to cook, ignorance on food quality and ingredients it all adds up to confusion and laziness.

The truth is; permanent weight loss is a myth, only when one changes his life style those extra pounds can really be dropped. It’s a strong decision such as when smokers want to quit smoking. Once you take that decision you are unstoppable. How do you complement that decision with food? Well, if you are really obese, besides going after diets and books which will keep you on track, you must see a specialist.

This is my opinion on losing weight without starving yourself: the Anglo-Saxon culture is not so much concerned about the quality of the food you ingest. I come from a Mediterranean culture. Food is part of your everyday life. Quality is everything. There are more overweight people in an Anglo-Saxon society. Why?

Because the right amount of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and fat is not respected: in general you eat a big first course or second course alone. It is far better to eat smaller portions but you should include a first, second, side dish and finish it with some fruit. It seems like a paradox but you actually eat more, you’ll feel fuller and your cravings will subside. (Which by the way are also triggered by sugar).

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