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The Hidden Culprits Behind Weight Gain

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Some say women lose weight for two reasons: to win over a man or to fit into clothes they love but can’t wear. For men, fitness is often seen as a lifelong pursuit. Whether for health or a sculpted figure, countless people strive daily to shed pounds. However, beware—these “hidden culprits” could sabotage your perfect weight loss plan. 1. Weight Gain Is Closely Tied to Lunch Choices Opting for Western Fast Food: Consuming More Calories in One Meal Than Your Daily Needs One gram of oil provides 9 kilocalories, and Western fast food, often centered around fried or greasy meats, is laden with oil, making it the highest-calorie food choice. Moreover, oils used for frying at high temperatures—reused repeatedly—turn essential fatty acids into harmful toxic oils. Nutrients in meats, vegetables, and grains, when charred, become carcinogenic toxins, increasing the risk of colorectal or breast cancer later in life. Clearly, Western fast food is detrimental to both your waistline and health. For...

Two Essential Conditions for Fat Loss

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  Many people ask why weight loss starts off quickly but becomes harder after a week or two, often leading to despair and rebound weight gain. Let’s dive in with the editor to uncover the reasons behind this! To reduce fat, two critical conditions must be met: creating a calorie deficit and maintaining a balanced basal metabolic rate (BMR). An adult’s daily energy expenditure comprises five components: basal metabolic rate, daily activity, thermic effect of food, adaptive thermogenesis (energy changes due to environmental temperature, stress, or other factors), and exercise. Energy needs vary based on activity level, daily routines, gender, age, and weight, typically ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 kilocalories for most adults, or about 25–50 kcal per kilogram of body weight (assuming an average weight of 60 kg). Beyond these, genetics, digestive function, and health status also influence energy intake, utilization, and expenditure. Here, we focus on general cases. The Principle of ...