The surprising truth about 6 everyday ‘healthy’ habits

Written by: Deepa

9 July 2025

Not every "healthy" habit is a fat loss habit. Some good habits could be what has stalled your weight loss progress. 

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Let's reveal 6 surprising fat loss blockers!

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Nuts, smoothies, or peanut butter are healthy choices - but dense in calories, especially when overeaten. If you are snacking on these foods mindlessly, you may actually be putting yourself over your caloric threshold, and blocking your fat loss.

Overeating Healthy Foods

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While cardio burns calories, not doing any strength training means you could be losing muscle. Less muscle is equal to slower metabolism. Aim for optimal fat burning and combine both.

Doing Only Cardio

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They are zero calories, but that doesn't mean zero consequences. Some artificial sweeteners avidly spike cravings and hunger, which is scrambling your brain and momentum toward fat loss.

Drinking Diet Sodas

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Skipping meals can lead to binge eating later! It also reduces your metabolism and affects your energy. Regular meals with decent nutrition will better sustain fat loss.

Skipping Meals For Faster Weight Loss

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Low-fat isn't necessarily low-calorie. These foods often have sugar or fillers that pack on calories. Always check nutrition labels instead of believing the marketing buzz words of 'low-fat' OR 'fat-free'.

Eating Too Many "Low-Fat" Products

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Sleep deprivation increases hunger hormones and cravings for junk. It also diminishes willpower and slows metabolism. Your best bet is to get at least 7-8 hours of good quality sleep every night.

Not Getting Enough Sleep

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Healthy habits can be powerful when they are grounded in balance and may inhibit us from obtaining our goals. Be cautious of these common pitfalls and to create smarter habits that align with your fat loss goals.

Final Takeaway

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