You’ve Been Lied To
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"Cut carbs."
"Don’t eat after 7 PM."
"1,200 calories a day is enough."
"Green tea melts belly fat." -
If you’ve tried to lose weight, you’ve heard advice like this usually on Instagram or from that overly enthusiastic friend. But here’s the truth: most popular weight loss advice is outdated, oversimplified, or just plain wrong.
At MyCounselHub, we meet people every day who are doing everything right eating less, exercising more but not seeing results. Why? Because they’re trapped in diet myths that completely ignore how the body actually works.
In this blog, we bust the biggest weight loss myths and replace them with science-backed insights that respect your body, lifestyle, and long-term health.
Myth 1: Weight Loss = Just Calories In vs Calories Out
Let’s get this straight: calories matter but they aren’t everything.
Your body isn’t a calculator. It’s a living system influenced by:
1. Hormones (like insulin and cortisol)
2. Sleep quality
3. Stress levels
4. Gut bacteria
5. Nutrient timing
Eating 1,500 calories of chips is not the same as 1,500 calories of whole grains, veggies, and protein.
Truth: Focus on quality over quantity. Balanced meals keep your metabolism active and hormones stable.
Myth 2: Carbs Are the Enemy
Carbs have become the villain of the 21st century. But not all carbs are bad
Bad carbs = white bread, sugary cereals, pastries
Good carbs = brown rice, oats, quinoa, lentils, fruits
Your body—and especially your brain—needs glucose (from carbs) for energy. Low-carb diets may work short-term, but often lead to mood swings, cravings, and even hormonal imbalances in women.
Truth: Instead of cutting carbs, choose smarter ones. Whole carbs + fiber = long-lasting energy + fat burn.
Myth 3: Fat Makes You Fat
Ironically, fat is essential for fat loss.
1. Regulate hormones (like estrogen and leptin)
2. Support brain function
3. Keep you full and reduce cravings
Good fats: nuts, seeds, ghee, olive oil, avocados
Bad fats: fried foods, margarine, overly processed snacks
Truth: Ditch low-fat labels. Include healthy fats in every meal.
Myth 4: You Must Avoid Rice and Roti
Our desi foods are NOT the enemy. It’s how we cook and portion them that matters
Instead of skipping rice, combine it with dal and ghee.
Instead of 4 rotis with oil, try 2 with sabzi + curd.
Truth: You don’t need to quit your culture to lose weight. You just need balance and awareness.
Myth 5: Exercise is Enough
You can eat whatever you want if you work out.
Wrong. Weight loss is 70% diet, 30% activity. You can burn 300 calories with a workout—and undo it in 3 minutes with a dessert.
Exercise is amazing for:
1. Muscle tone
2. Heart health
3. Mental clarity
…but nutrition drives fat loss.
Truth: Move daily—but don’t rely on exercise to fix poor eating habits.
Myth 6: Hormones Don’t Matter
For women especially, hormones like
Insulin (blood sugar control)
Leptin (hunger regulator)
Cortisol (stress hormone)
Estrogen (reproductive hormone)
…play a HUGE role in fat storage, cravings, and metabolism.
Stress, poor sleep, PCOS, and gut issues can all throw these out of balance.
Truth: A dietitian who understands your hormones will give you better results than any calorie-counting app.
Myth 7: You Need to Eat Less to Lose More
Eating too little can actually stop you from losing weight
Many people especially women go into starvation mode. But eating too little slows down metabolism, causes muscle loss, and increases stress hormones.
Symptoms of under-eating:
1. Constant fatigue
2. Hair fall
3. Missed periods
4. Irritability
5. Binge eating later
Truth: Eat enough to support your body. Weight loss should feel empowering, not exhausting.
What Actually Works: Our Approach at MyCounselHub
We help you shift focus from punishment to nourishment
Here’s how:
✅ Balanced plates – Protein + fiber + healthy fats + whole carbs
✅ Customized to you – Your routine, budget, allergies, & preferences
✅ Sustainable swaps – What to eat at work, while traveling, or during festivals
✅ Hormone-aware – Special plans for PCOS, thyroid, or stress-related weight gain
✅ Mindful eating – Breaking emotional or binge cycles
No starvation. No guilt. Just results you can live with.
Client Spotlight: Real Transformation
Conclusion: Don’t Just Lose Weight—Lose the Myths
Let food be your fuel, not your fatigue. Book your session at MyCounselHub today
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If you’re tired of confusing advice, food guilt, and seeing no results, it’s time for a new approach one rooted in compassion, culture, & science.
✅ You deserve a body that works with you, not against you.
✅ You deserve a plan that fits your life not some influencer’s.
✅ And most importantly you deserve to feel good in your skin, every single day.
Let’s bust the myths and build your roadmap to real wellness. Book your consult today at MyCounselHub.
