In the pursuit of a slimmer body, some extreme weight loss methods can cause a lot of health problems. Recently, in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, a woman caused a tragedy of acute hair loss because of excessive use of the carbohydrate abstinence weight loss method.
In order to lose weight quickly, 25-year-old Xiao Li adopted an extreme way to lose weight - quitting carbs. She almost completely eliminated carbohydrates, and although this harsh diet cost her 30 pounds in just three months, it was painful.
About one-third of Xiao Li's hair has fallen out, and after a detailed consultation, the doctor quickly found out the cause of hair loss - malnutrition caused by dieting and weight loss.
Quit carbohydrate weight loss, that is, completely eliminate the intake of carbohydrates (such as rice, bread, candy, etc.) to achieve rapid weight loss, which has been quite popular among some weight loss groups in recent years. However, this extreme way of losing weight actually hides many harms.
First of all, carbohydrates are one of the essential energy sources for the human body, and quitting carbohydrates to lose weight will lead to insufficient energy supply, making people feel tired and weak, and affecting daily life and work efficiency.
Secondly, a long-term lack of carbohydrate intake may lead to a lower metabolism and easier storage of fat in the body, which may eventually lead to a rebound effect, which is a rapid weight regain after weight loss.
Third, quitting carbs to lose weight may also have long-term effects on physical health. Carbohydrates are important nutrients for maintaining the normal function of the brain, and a lack of carbohydrates may lead to cognitive impairments such as memory loss and difficulty concentrating. At the same time, carbohydrates also help maintain gut health, and a lack of intake may lead to digestive problems such as constipation and intestinal inflammation.
What's more, quitting carbs to lose weight may lead to nutritional imbalances. The human body needs a variety of nutrients to maintain health, and carbohydrates are just one of them. Long-term reliance on a single food source can lead to deficiencies in other nutrients, such as proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. This nutritional imbalance can lead to a range of health problems, such as weakened immunity, anemia, osteoporosis, etc.