Metabolism myths busted
Metabolism is a word used very loosely both by the gym trainers and the population alike. Let’s bust some of the myths associated with it.
Myth 1: Eating six or more small meals daily increases metabolism:
Actually, there are no real benefits, especially with regards to losing fat, from this as the effect of eating three big meals a day instead of six or more small ones is almost equal. What is important is to watch out for caloric intake during each meal, be it three or six…and not to forget moderate physical activity.
Myth 2: Metabolism slows down with age:
Metabolism does slow down with increasing age. This is due to reduced muscle mass but this is at a very small level. The best way to manage this and not feel the difference is to engage in physical activity and live a healthy lifestyle including eating habits right from early days.
Myth 3: Fasting slows down the metabolism:
Avoid extreme fasting as metabolism does slow down during such time. Otherwise, fasting once or twice a week helps to keep the system clean and boosts metabolism.
Myth 4: Strenuous exercise boosts metabolism:
Moderate exercise that is based on the caloric requirements and lifestyle of the individual helps in providing necessary metabolism. Strenuous exercise harms in the long run and has no added benefits.
Myth 5: Fad diets boost metabolism:
Fad diets have no proven value. Fad diets come and disappear. What has remained is wise combination of right diet and moderate physical activity to boost metabolism.
