Women’s magazines, bloggers, TV shows, girls’ nights out… Advice on losing weight and getting rid of cellulite is everywhere! It can be hard to know what to make of it all — and what’s actually good for you. To help you cut through the noise, we’ve put together a list of tips you’ve probably heard time and time again, but should definitely stop following.
Discover 7 myths it’s time to leave behind!
Drinking lots of water helps you lose weight and get rid of cellulite
We’ve all come across this one: drinking more than 1.5L of water a day is supposed to help you slim down and banish cellulite. Well, hate to break it to you, but water has never made anyone lose weight or magically smoothed away dimples! Drinking a litre more each day won’t bring back your figure. That said, water is absolutely essential for your health! Aim to drink at least 1.5L every day. Staying well hydrated helps your body flush out toxins, waste and fats, supports muscle recovery, aids digestion, and even keeps those mid-day cravings at bay.
Fat should be cut out completely to lose weight and reduce cellulite
If you’re thinking about the saturated fats found in fast-food burgers or doughnuts, then yes — it’s best to keep those to a minimum. But your body actually needs healthy fats every single day. These so-called “unsaturated” fats help regulate cholesterol levels, among other benefits. You’ll find them in oily fish, avocados, nuts, olive oil and more.
Carbs are the enemy when you want to lose weight
Time to let go of this one! Carbohydrates are an essential part of a balanced diet. They give you the energy you need to get through the day and help prevent energy slumps. That said, steer clear of “white” carbs — they offer little nutritional value and are packed with sugar (white pasta, white bread, white rice…). Opt for wholegrain alternatives instead: rich in fibre, they’ll keep you fuller for longer and help curb cravings and fat storage.
Low-fat products are your best allies against cellulite
It’s tempting to reach for the “light” aisle at the supermarket — we get it! Who wouldn’t want a zero-calorie yoghurt, a diet dessert or a ready meal labelled “light”? But it’s worth taking a closer look at the labels before you buy. You’ll quickly notice that a product can be low in fat while containing three times more sugar than the standard version. And sugar? It’s one of the worst things for your figure and your cellulite.
Low-calorie diets are effective for losing weight and reducing cellulite
Cutting your daily calorie intake will indeed help you lose weight, but it won’t have any real impact on your cellulite. You can be slim and still have dimples — weight is far from the only factor at play! What’s more, with a low-calorie diet, you risk losing as much muscle as fat. But the biggest concern is the yo-yo effect: the moment you return to your normal eating habits, the weight is likely to creep back on. The best approach to shedding those extra kilos is to rebalance your diet for the long term. Forget quick-fix diets!
You can eat as much fruit as you like
Many people assume, wrongly, that fruit can be eaten without limits when trying to slim down and reduce cellulite. While reaching for fruit is certainly better than reaching for chocolate, it’s still worth keeping an eye on how much you’re having. Too much fruit can cause digestive discomfort and blood sugar spikes that leave you craving even more food. And snacking, as we know, leads to weight gain and worsens cellulite. So keep it sensible — no more than 3 pieces of fruit a day.
Skipping dinner helps you lose weight and reduce cellulite
When trying to lose weight, you might come across advice suggesting you skip dinner on the basis that your body stores fat overnight. But that’s simply not true! Your body needs energy to get through until the next morning. On top of that, skipping a meal prompts your body to store as much as it can at the next one, fearing another period of restriction. So ditch that advice and opt for a light, balanced evening meal instead!
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