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The debate rages on. What's most important, a healthy, well-balanced diet or an active lifestyle that incorporates some type of exercise? Let's take a close look at what each can do for us, and at what cost.
Dieting (or temporarily changing one's eating habits in order to shed body fat) is, at best, a band-aid approach to weight loss. A more sensible method involves taking the time to learn how to eat, what foods are good for you and what you need to avoid or moderate in your daily diet.
Instead of blindly following the latest fad diet, educate yourself through reading, seeking out a nutritionist or even consulting your doctor on what's best for you. Eating right can involve a bit of legwork, but eventually you'll learn that fad and gimmick diets are just a waste of time.
Sticking to a sensible eating program can also involve some discipline and sacrifice. Running into the nearest McDonald's whenever time is short and hunger hits is no longer a viable option. But, the hundreds of unwanted fat calories you'll avoid (that would have otherwise found their way directly to your belly) will be well worth the sacrifice.
Most experts agree that the best way to reduce body fat is to never let the unwanted calories cross your lips in the first place. The simplicity of this statement is lost on many of us, but you'll be amazed at how much less you need to exercise when you stop eating too much of the wrong foods.
At the same time, nutritional requirements of protein, carbohydrate and even fat must be met. You also need minimum daily requirements of vitamins and minerals, as well as plenty of water and fiber. This is where the self-education really kicks in. Starvation just won't work, and it can lead to serious eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia.
But don't forget about the fringe benefits of eating sensibly. The resulting lowered cholesterol and triglyceride levels reduce your risk of heart disease, while stable blood sugar minimizes your risk of diabetes and related problems. Your risk of developing certain types of cancer is also significantly lessened.
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