Too many carbs cause fat gain, unravelled...
- The Bod Mother
- Apr 12, 2021
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 28, 2021
It's pretty simple, they don’t.
Too many calories in vs out causes fat gain! There is your answer!
Overeating protein or fats will similarly cause fat gain if you exceed your caloric needs for that given day.
Fats and protein are essential for survival, but carbohydrates are the body’s primary energy source and must not be omitted from the diet. We need protein and fats, but for optimal workouts and repairing/ improving lean muscle we absolutely need carbohydrates too.
Cutting carbohydrates simply cuts calories - reducing fats to a minimum would also cause fat loss.
Eating the right amount of carbs will result in more consistent energy levels throughout the day, improved mental and physical performance and a more sustainable lifestyle on the whole.
I was reading this post about whether too many carbs cause fat gain and it actually made me chuckle a bit because I’ve definitely had times where I’m trying to figure out what’s healthy while also juggling everything else going on in my life lol. Like one minute I’m thinking about food and goals and then suddenly remembering I’ve got assignments or research to do that I totally forgot about, haha. It’s weird how a simple topic like carbs can bring up bigger thoughts about staying on track with everything, you know? Maybe it’s just me but when I’m overwhelmed trying to figure out where to start with writing or research it feels like way too much sometimes, and having…