Scientists claim that “overeating is not the main cause of obesity” … Find out what it is …

Quantity control is important in maintaining a healthy weight But scientists claim that overeating is not the main cause of obesity.

A new study published in American Journal of Clinical NutritionAnd addresses obesity rates in the Western world and concludes that there is a need for a better understanding of the types of food a person eats, not just the quantity…

Scientists say overeating is ‘not the main cause of obesity’

Study researchers call for a complete rethink of public health messaging about obesity, now focusing on foods high in processed sugar rather than portion size.

Currently, many people believe that overeating is what is driving up obesity rates, but the study authors argue that this is not the case.

Instead, they believe that the amount of carbohydrates, sugars, and other processed foods being consumed is what causes weight-related problems.

Lead author Dr. David Ludwig, MD, an endocrinologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and professor at Harvard Medical School, says, During a growth spurt, for example, teens may increase their food intake by 1,000 calories a day.

“But does overeating cause a growth spurt, or does a growth spurt make a teen feel hungry and overeat?”

Dr. Ludwig adds, When we eat highly processed carbohydrates, the body increases insulin secretion and suppresses glucagon secretion. This in turn signals the fat cells to store more calories, leaving fewer calories available to fuel muscle and other metabolically active tissues.

“The brain perceives that the body is not getting enough energy, which in turn leads to feelings of hunger. In addition, the metabolism may slow down in the body’s attempt to conserve fuel. Thus, we tend to remain hungry, even as we continue to gain excess fat.”

31% of Australians are obese

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 2 out of 3 (67%) Australians aged 18 and over were overweight or obese (36% were overweight but not obese, 31% were obese). That’s about 12.5 million adults.

Furthermore, being overweight and obese increases the likelihood of developing many chronic health conditions, such as kidney disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer, as well as death.

Dr. Ludwig adds, “Reducing consumption of fast-digesting carbohydrates that flooded the food supply during the era of the low-fat diet reduces the primary drive to store fat in the body,” and “as a result, people may lose weight with less hunger and less suffering.”

Tips on how to cut out carbohydrates and processed sugars from your diet

Increase your water intake to 6-8 glasses per day
Eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day to prevent you from eating unhealthy snacks
Stick to carbs like potatoes and sweet potatoes as well as whole grain or wholemeal bread, brown rice and pasta over white carbs.
Consume at least 30 grams of fiber per day
Drink low-fat, low-sugar milk as well as dairy alternatives such as almond milk and soy milk
Make sure you have plenty of protein in your diet, two servings of fish each week plus beans, eggs and a variety of meats, if you’re a meat eater.
Choose saturated oils and spread them as much as possible
Cut back on salt and saturated fats

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