False: Allergies usually cause the opposite issue because your body wants to expel what it is allergic to. Food allergies are very real, but I’ve found more often that what people are actually allergic to is the way a food is processed vs the food itself. I have seen time and time again that my gluten-free friends can enjoy sprouted wheat, and my friends with nut and other similar issues have no problems with them once other toxins are out of the body. My suggestion is to proceed with caution and always continue a conversation with your doctor about your allergies and how to treat them within your eating plan.
“Lifting weights will make women look like men.”
False: Nope, no way! Women who compete in bodybuilding work day and night to achieve that muscle mass and low body fat percentage. Lifting a kettlebell a few days a week is not going to make you look like a muscle-bound dude, but it WILL tone muscle, shape your body, and burn away fat.
“You have to eat five small meals a day to lose weight,” or, “You should only eat three meals a day to lose weight.” Or “only eat a certain boxed, pre-portioned amount”, or “only drink shakes”.
NO, NO, NO!Eat when you’re hungry. Eat real food. You don’t need to count calories, macros, berries, or grains. This is such a waste of time, friends. Focus on the quality of your food and how you feel. Get out of the mind trap—it’s all false.
“You need to spend an hour doing cardio five days a week to be fit.”
Baloney:You do not need to do this. The science just doesn’t support it. Find a physical activity that you enjoy. Sprint for 20 minutes, lift weights, walk, jog, dance, play soccer. Even 10 minutes each day will improve your cardiovascular health. Just get that body moving and you’ll be healthier and more fit each day!
“Gluten- free food is healthier than regular food.”
False:Gluten-free doesn’t necessarily mean healthier, and if you’re talking about packaged foods it can even mean it has more sugar, as well as fillers like corn and soy, not to mention lots of chemicals. My advice is to keep an eye on these labels and really try to stick to foods with minimal ingredients in whole-food form that you recognize and can pronounce.
“Running is bad for your knees.”
False:A Stanford University study found that older runners’ knees were no less healthy than those of people who don’t run. Lifting weights and strength training a few times a week will help you build muscle, strengthen your bones and joints, and lower chances of injury.
“Sleep has nothing to do with overall health.”
False:Studies have shown that women who don’t get at least seven hours of sleep each night weigh more than those who do. Get your sleep in and rest fully. For your body to function properly, it’s important to rest.
