Calories In Versus Calories Out

Big surprise here, eating too much causes weight gain. Thanks. Great. Got it. Really!

A recent study shows that even eating a high protein diet was unhealthy if it was excessive. It was still better than a comparatively excessive diet of processed high fat/ high carb diets, however. The high protein diet showed weight gain and the protection of lean muscle not found in the other diet.

What the study ultimately showed was that a balanced diet was the success to weight management. It comes down to a simple equation: calories in versus calories out equals weight change. No special “diet” required. No, you do not have to eat only protein, give up carbs, eat only foods that begin with the letter “Y”, or whatever new fad diet the industry can figure out to foist on desperate people tomorrow.

It is simple. When looking at your plate, it should have a handful of protein from a good whole food source, the same amount of good carbs, and fill the rest of the plate with vegetables. A balanced diet high in vegetables and fruit has been shown time and again to be the key to good health and weight.

Need a snack? Fresh fruit is a winner. Berries or nuts are also a great option, providing potent antioxidants or healthy fats. You do not have to starve to lose weight - in fact, if you are, you are in danger of storing calories. Just pick healthy foods and exercise.