Doctor busts 5 myths about metabolism: Do lean people have better metabolic health?

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 Dr. Rohit Sharma debunked several myths about metabolic health and shared facts. Here's what you need to know.


For overall weight management and health, metabolism is either praised or blamed. But metabolic health is often misunderstood, courtesy myths and misconceptions shrouding it. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Rohit Sharma, consultant, internal medicine, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Jaipur said, “Between fad diets, fitness hacks, and social media advice, myths about metabolism often overshadow the science.” The doctor busted several myths.


Myth 1: Thin people automatically have faster metabolisms

Fact: Body size and muscle mass causes influence on the metabolic rate more than the weight alone. Larger bodies burn more calories at rest because they require more energy to function

Myth 2: Eating small, frequent meals speeds up metabolism

Fact: Eating snacks throughout the day may reduce the hunger while research shows that it does not boost the metabolism. Ultimately what matters most is the quality of food and overall calorie balance.

Myth 3: Certain foods or drinks supercharge metabolism

Fact: Green tea, coffee, and spicy foods may cause a temporary calorie burn, but the effect is minimal. No one food can dramatically impact metabolic rate. Long-term food habits, like balanced nutrition and regular exercise, have the greatest impact.

Myth 4: Metabolism slows drastically with age.

Fact: While there is a natural decline, most of the decline comes from the loss of muscle mass and activity levels. Strength training and staying active can help keep metabolic health into very old age.

Myth 5: Sleep and stress do not affect metabolism.

Fact: Sleep and stress very much affect metabolism! When we are sleep deprived, our hormones that regulate hunger and fat storage become unbalanced, and chronic stress increases cortisol levels, making it more difficult to sustain a healthy metabolism.

What actually works?

"The keys to support the metabolism are consistent exercise (specifically strength training), balanced meals that are high in protein and fiber, proper sleep hygiene, and stress management. 

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