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FAQ'S

Q1 : Should I avoid eating carbohydrates after 6pm to lose weight?

A:
There is nothing magical about not eating carbohydrates after 6pm. There are also no health authorities that endorse this type of approach. For those who tend to eat large meals at night, this is an easy calorie cutting strategy, without having to count calories. The strategy works, simply because it helps you eat less. However, if you are trying to lose weight, you could also cut down on the overall amount of food you usually eat at your evening meal (including meat, cheese, creamy sauces, and desserts) rather than just focusing on the carbohydrates. Increasing the amount of vegetables on your plate in relation to all other foods can also help. People who should definitely not practice a carbohydrate curfew include diabetics who are taking insulin or other blood glucose lowering medication. Such people could develop a hypoglycaemia - where their blood sugar level drops too low.

 

Q2 : Can I skip breakfast to cut down my calories for weight loss?

A: While it may seem logical that skipping a meal and therefore eating less food will help with weight management, this is not so where breakfast is concerned. Research has shown that people who skip breakfast tend to have higher body weights than those who regularly eat breakfast. This may be because breakfast skippers are less efficient at burning up the energy from the food they eat during the day and they are actually more likely to snack and overeat later in the day, usually on foods that are less nutritious and have far more calories than a simple bowl of cereal.

 

Q3 : Do I have to include non-vegetarian foods to meet my daily requirement of protein?

A: Eating a variety of protein-rich plant foods each day will give your body all the protein it needs for good health. Nuts, seeds, legumes and grains, milk products are all good sources of protein - and the key is to simply eat a variety of these foods every day to make sure you get the best balance of essential amino acids. Soy protein is a particularly high quality plant protein that provides all of the essential amino acids we need. And compared to meat, plant protein foods offer the additional benefits of thousands of phytochemicals that protect our body against diseases.

 

Q4 : Will eating Potatoes and bread make me fat?

A: : Both foods provide carbohydrates that amount to an average of 100 calories and are low in fat. It is what you add to both that increases fat (butter, mayonnaise etc)

 

Q5 : Will I gain weight if I eat proteins and carbohydrates in the same meal?

A: Most foods actually contain natural combination of nutrients. Pulses contain good amounts of protein and carbohydrates and very little fat. Vegetables are mostly carbohydrates and some protein. Our body doesn't distinguish if food is eaten singly or in combination with others.

 

Q6 : Do I have to eat more protein to gain bigger muscles?

A: While eating protein is important, eating more than you need is unnecessary. Resistance training and exercises in which you use your body weight as resistance, such as yoga, can lead to a more defined look. But eating a ton of protein alone is not going to lead to large muscular development. Your protein intake has to be carefully calculated based on your activity pattern.

 

Q7 : Will my baby sleep better and longer if I give him formula food before bed?

A: It's an old wives' tale, In fact, formula can cause an upset stomach in some babies, which would certainly keep them up at night. A good night's rest really depends on a baby's size, daily sleep patterns, and temperament.

 

Q8 : Do I have to drink only eight glasses of water a day?

A: Just like with nutrients and calories, basic hydration needs varies for each individual. How much water you need to drink daily depends on your exercise and activity level, and even the temperature of where you live. A person needs to learn to recognize thirst and drink water both with meals and in between meal times as needed. "Remember that things like tea, coffee, soup, and most fruits also contribute to water intake, but be mindful of added sugars, caffeine, and sodium."

 

Q9 : If I don't feel like eating, is it OK to skip a meal?

A: Loss of appetite is a common complaint among older adults, leading many to skip meals. That's a bad idea for several reasons.
First, people who skip a meal because they're not hungry can later gorge on high-calorie, nutrient-poor snacks between meals. Skipping meals can also cause blood sugar levels to fall too low; then when you do eat a big meal, they can surge too high. Skipping meals, paradoxically, can also suppress appetite. That can be a problem for older people who already suffer from a loss of appetite.
"The best advice is to always start your day with a healthy breakfast, since appetite is usually best in the morning, then make sure you eat something nutritious at every meal time

 

Q10 : I eat whatever I like if I don't have a weight problem?

A: "Being overweight certainly increases the risk of chronic illnesses. But even if you're slim, a poor diet can raise your risks of developing any chronic diseases." Diets overloaded with saturated fat are linked to cardiovascular problems, for example. Therefore, the bottom line: “following healthy nutrition advice is important whether you're thin or fat.”