THEY have often deemed the enemy when it comes to weight loss – with many believing they ruin an otherwise good diet. However, it seems as though carbs actually have an unnecessary rep – as one expert has finally debunked this myth. In particular, personal trainer Terry Fairclough has emphasized that carbohydrates can actually speed up weight loss and help the body to function to the best of its ability.
The nutritional therapist, from Your Body Programme, said: “These foods are essential for good health as they are full of important nutrients, antioxidants, enzymes, polyphenols, and fiber – which is all the more reason to make sure we aren’t cutting these foods out of our diets.
“Yes, it’s true that eating the wrong type of carbs, in the wrong amounts, at the wrong time of day can contribute to fat gain, but so can eating the wrong type of protein and fat. “Understanding how carbs actually work and how important they are is a huge help in learning how to lose or maintain weight sensibly.”
