Cooking Recommendations

Top 5: realities of quitting bread

By Kiwilimón - 2018-10-16T09:23:09.268154Z
Bread is very delicious and is an excellent companion during meals. The downside is that eating too much of it can cause weight gain, and even lead to water retention and other complications for your figure and weight. On the other hand, it is an essential ingredient in the human diet. Today we want to provide you with information about what would happen if you stopped eating bread and how your body would change by replacing it with other ingredients. Here is our top 7: realities of quitting bread. 1. You will lose water weight When you stop eating bread, you will notice how, magically, you will start to lose weight. This is very good news, but the reality is that it is not only about the lack of carbohydrates, but also that when you eat bread, you accumulate within you up to four times the amount of water compared to other ingredients. This is why you will feel less bloated and much lighter. Garlic Bread: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/desayunos/panes/pan-de-ajo 2. You will feel tired Brain nutrition relies on carbohydrates, so when you stop eating bread, your brain will start to run out of fuel, and you may begin to feel lethargic. The best thing, if you quit, is to replace it with other carbohydrates that fit better into your diet like multigrain bread or rice. Bread with olives: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/desayunos/panes/pan-con-aceitunas 3. Your risk of diabetes decreases A study conducted in 2014 indicates that consuming refined carbohydrates, such as bread, increases your levels of fatty acids, which can lead to a diabetic tendency. Although this is not always the case, if there is evidence of diabetes in your family, it is better to consume bread in moderation. Yolk Bread: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/panes/pan-de-yema 4. Your digestion will slow down A large portion of the grains consumed by our society comes from bread, and these grains help our digestive system function regularly. By stopping eating bread, you may experience constipation problems, so it is better to start consuming flaxseed or chia to replace bread and avoid that issue. Milk Bread: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/panes/pan-de-leche 5. Your workouts will suffer We need carbohydrates to go to the gym, to run, and for all physical activities; that’s how the body works. By quitting bread, one has less energy and it becomes harder to maintain stable progress during exercise. This is not good as you will see fewer results. The best thing is to use other ingredients with healthy carbohydrates like seeds and nuts to keep you strong and disciplined. Banana Bread: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/postres/postres-sencillos/pan-de-platano-facil