Fat loss and fat intake

Question:
What is worse for fat gain; 1 can of soda with 120cals and zero fat or one 2 slices of cheese with about 120cals and 8 grams of fat?

Answer:
One can of soda!

To understand this we have to understand the effect of insulin in the body. The role of insulin in the body is to regulate the blood sugar levels and to keep it within a fixed range. When the blood sugar rises in response to simple sugars the pancreas produce insulin to take out the sugar from the bloodstream and store it as fat. The sugar in the soda gives the blood a quick insulin spike which if not metabolized converts to fat quite easily, while the fat and protien in cheese dont spike the insulin and dont easily convert to fat.

So in order to lose weight one has to make sure that the blood insulin levels dont rise abruptly. Its better to keep steady insulin levels through out the day. Thats the reason 5-6 small frequent meals are better for weight loss than one or two big meals a day.

More later......

Fitness Lifestyle

I have been a fitness enthusiast for 15+ years but as I grow old I realize that fitness is not a part time endeavor that one persues to get from shape 'A' to shape 'B'. Fitness is rather a way of life or a lifestyle that has to be incorporated as a part of one's daily routine. Fitness doesn't only mean a fit body but also a fit mind. In this blog I wish to share my views and opinions about ones overall fitness and how one can have a balanced approach to fitness. The purpose is not to make a model out of anyone but rather to enable one to lead a healthier, fuller and satisfactory life. Its the first time I have ever blogged so please bear with me if I say something offending and feel free to comment.