3 BIG Reasons Why You Need To Be Eating Carbs - Especially If Youโre Wanting To Lose Weight
Not Eating Carbs, Eating Carbs?
I know, I know what you’re thinking right now. You’ve read the first sentence here, and you’re feeling a little bit skeptical. A little unsure. Hopefully, this will broaden your mind and helps you understand that carbohydrates are not the enemy. Now, I am certain that you can’t wait to hear the three big reasons why you need to be eating carbs. Let's jump into the world of carbohydrates!
Your Body Wants, And NEEDS Carbs
First things first, there are three main pillars of macronutrients which our body needs to function properly. It is essential to allow our body to take in proteins, fats and... Can you guess?
Right, carbohydrates. Any food which contains carbs is the main source of energy.
It’s like filling up a car with fuel, just that for us the fuel are carbs, without them we wouldn’t be able to do what our body can do.
Don’t Torture Yourself
I am going to be very real here. You are unlikely to sustain never eating carbs again! So, why start if it isn’t necessary? Let’s be honest, there are too many temptations around us on a regular basis.
Can you really say no to those delicious roasted potatoes at your friends BBQ? Or do you want to skip all the carbs when having a nice dinner with your partner?
I will tell you something, it really is not necessary to restrict yourself. You can have it all and live an amazing life with carbs. Just focus on maybe reducing them or inform yourself which are the best carbs for your body, this is much more sustainable in the long run.
Benefits of Carbs
Lastly, you need to know that carbohydrates bring so many benefits to your body. Not only do they help fuel your brain, kidneys, heart muscles and central nervous system. They also aid your digestive system and keep your blood cholesterol in check.
Now You Know!
What you need to take away from this little read, my friends, is that fad diet culture is telling us that you only will see the results if you cut carbs out of your diet. I’ll shout it from the rooftops, I’m here to tell you that carbs are your friend. Hopefully, you now see them as such and can enjoy your life with them.
