Do you start your day with a “healthy” yogurt with berries or crunch on a protein bar after a workout?
Surprisingly, these are the very foods that can be the cause of your fatigue and unwanted folds on the sides.
Laboratory tests have shown that most products labeled “fitness” contain sugar in the first lines of the composition, disguising it as “natural syrups” or “juice concentrate”.
For example, muesli with "dried fruits" is often soaked in glucose syrup - it sharply increases insulin, and an hour later causes brutal hunger. Because of this, metabolism slows down and the fat layer grows.
Why are even products labeled "sugar-free" dangerous? Manufacturers use dozens of alternative names: agave nectar, coconut sugar, maltodextrin.
These ingredients seem harmless, but their glycemic index is sometimes higher than that of refined sugar.
For example, Jerusalem artichoke syrup, which is advertised as a prebiotic, causes blood glucose spikes greater than honey.
How to Get Your Metabolism Back to Normal: A Step-by-Step Plan
1. Read labels like a detective. Avoid products with sugar in the top 3 ingredients. Even “protein” bars often contain date paste, a hidden sugar.
2. Make smoothies at home. Frozen blueberries, spinach, avocado, and water are a no-brainer. Add a pinch of cinnamon: it reduces cravings for sweets.
3. Replace snacks with protein. A hard-boiled egg or a piece of turkey will suppress hunger without causing insulin spikes.
4. Drink water with apple cider vinegar. 1 tablespoon per glass of water before meals slows down the absorption of carbohydrates.
Author: Elena Shimanovskaya