Has anyone every told you, you should only eat fish, meat and eggs because carbohydrates make you fat? Good news -- that's not true. Here are the 5 biggest misconceptions about losing weight and eating carbs.

1. Wheat flour is bad for you.
Wheat flour is not the same as white flour. Of course, less white bread, white rolls and baked goods should be eaten in favor of more healthy alternatives. But there's nothing wrong with whole grain flour products.

2. Fruit is forbidden.
Why? Fruit in moderation is healthy. Two servings of vitamin-rich fruit a day, one serving as big as your own hand, are not only allowed during your diet, but also encouraged!

3. If you want to lose weight, you can't eat any carbohydrates.
Not all carbohydrates are fattening foods. Avoid the bad carbs from white flour products and sugar. Eat the good carbs found in whole grain cereals and products, as well as in vegetables and legumes. Good carbs are absolutely allowed and encouraged!

 4. Carbohydrates are allowed, but only in the morning. If you eat them in the evening, you'll gain weight.
The classic myth. The truth is, carbohydrates don't know what time it is. They are metabolized in the same way whenever you eat them, day or night.

5. You can eat as much protein as you want.
Stop! Too much protein can damage your kidneys over time. Combine protein from animal and vegetable sources for optimal nutrition. You can confidently do so without binging on protein shakes and bars.

When it comes to diets, there's a lot of bad information out there. Vida180 is based on science. With our diet plans, you can lose weight safely and without sacrificing all of your carb favorites. 

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