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Mythbusters:

As Long As You Eat Healthy Food, You Can Eat as Much as You Want!

Many people are convinced that if you work out enough, or at all that it allows you to consume whatever you would like. This is not true, the saying that everything in moderation in this case is indeed true. It is important to remember that a calorie is a calorie. Although fruits are good for you they contain a lot of sugar, which is not good. You would be surprised to learn that only 1 cup of fruit should be consumed a day, in the morning preferably to give you your energy for the day.

Limiting your calorie intake is essential in losing weight, being aware of portion size is key, as well as understanding how to balance your calorie intake throughout the day to help avoid feeling deprivation, hunger, and feeling grumpy.

Key concepts that should be grasped when trying to diet or lose weight is that 1 pound equals 3,500 calories. Also that every person is different and there fore requires a different diet plan and calorie intake. Make sure you research your diet and the side effects that it can cause. In addition, remember that you are not working out to eat more, you are working out to be healthy and get fit, so feed your body what it needs, finding that balance between fruit, vegetables, protein, and complex carbs. Don't forget that a portion size is the same size as your fist.

Using these tips can help you get to be the better you that you desire, as well as helping to keep those pounds off for the summer months.