Eat baby food to lose weight? Long-term malnutrition

It is December, which is filled with festive atmosphere. The end of the year and the beginning of next year are also the best time for company year-end parties and friends' gatherings. However, losing weight is a "lifelong event" and you cannot relax even in winter. This is especially true for public figures who need to maintain their appearance. Many extreme and quick-acting weight loss methods have emerged. Among the top 10 weight loss methods in 2013, the last two are the "baby food diet" and the "paleo diet." Jennifer Aniston was once reported to have used the "baby food diet".

Instead of relying on baby food to supplement nutrition and lose weight, it is better to eat fruits directly to feel fuller.

9. Baby Food Diet

Banana puree, apple puree, peeled radish, etc., these soft side dishes that require almost no chewing are nutritional supplements for preschool children, but they are also used as a way to lose weight. Jennifer Aniston has been reported to have used this method to lose weight.

This method, conceived by Tracy Anderson, involves eating 14 cans of canned food for babies during the weight loss period, with each can containing between 15 and 100 calories. The reason why it can be used as a weight loss method is basically just because it is low in calories, is advertised as a natural and healthy food, has no preservatives and artificial additives, and is low in fat, sugar and salt; naturally it is favored by people who want to lose weight.

Megan Fox follows the principles of the paleo diet and does not eat grains, dairy products, etc. (Photo/taken from Megan Fox's official Facebook)

However, since the standard values of nutrients required by infants are different from those of adults, they are relatively lacking in vitamin D, calcium, and fiber. They cannot consume only baby food for a long time, as this will easily make them feel bored and tired, which may lead to the risk of overeating. In addition, the weight loss plan does not mention exercise at all, which can easily lead to a reduction in muscle groups and make it easier for people to gain weight again.

Experts suggest that it is better to eat real apples, bananas and carrots directly, which will not only make you feel fuller, but also satisfy your instinctive desire to chew and be greedy.

10. Paleo

Lauren, PhD in Sports Science. Loren Cordain spent 20 years studying the Paleolithic humans millions of years ago. He proposed a healthy diet plan that suits modern people based on the dietary habits of human genes. He rejects all processed refined foods, chooses to eat more lean meat and seafood, and completely excludes grains, dairy products, beans, salt and other foods that are only available in agricultural societies.

Megan Fox has publicly stated that she is also a beneficiary of the paleo diet. However, although eliminating the chance of consuming high-calorie, high-fat foods can indeed help with weight loss, excluding essential carbohydrates and dairy products may lead to problems such as osteoporosis, which can be detrimental to the health of the body in the long run when one is older.