When you undertake a weight loss program, it is natural that you look to limit the amount of food you eat. You may also consider skipping the odd meal to limit your daily food allowance. However reducing the amount of calories you eat and skipping meals are two different things altogether. While skipping an occasional meal due to a busy lifestyle is understandable, skipping a meal for weight loss purposes will not help your diet.
Missing too many meals will limit your nutrition intake leading to issues such as fatigue, dizziness, or a lack of certain vitamins or minerals. Even if you don't feel like eating a big meal, opting for a light, healthy breakfast is better than skipping it altogether. The same applies for lunch or dinner, depending on your schedule. Columbia University believes that skipping meals consistently can also negatively affect your metabolism slowing down your ability to lose weight.
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During periods of low energy that can often accompany fasting, once the hunger sets in you may find yourself reaching for food that may not be as healthy as your diet warrants. In fact, Cornell University says that individuals who skip meals are 31% more likely to pick up junk food as a replacement for healthier food alternatives. This is indeed compelling evidence for eating regularly and healthy.
Missing breakfast or lunch may lead you to overeat at lunch or dinner. And if you miss meals regularly then you may find yourself overeating more often then you should.
You may also find that you skip exercise more often due to low blood sugar levels or lack of energy. Skipping meals and even missing regular exercise can then lead to increased moodiness and irritability, again causing you to reach out more regularly for poor food choices. This can then lead to a vicious cycle of missed meals, limited activity and tiredness.
Eating food regularly and opting for healthy snacks is the best thing you can do for your body and mind. That way you will always ensure you have enough energy to get through the day and make the best choices to aid your diet in the long-term.
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