What occurs to your physique whenever you eat solely salmon and greens for a chronic interval? That’s the query that popped up after an amusing trade between Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vicky Kaushal throughout a joint interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
The actors, each celebrating profession milestones this yr, candidly spoke about meals habits and health — Kareena’s love for parathas and Katrina Kaif’s intense weight loss program throughout her Dhoom part. “These Punjabis, I’ve that gene yaar,” Kareena mentioned, referring to her love for meals. “I imply you and your spouse, you don’t eat solely. I feel she’s made you want that. You’re additionally solely consuming salmon fish. As a result of there was a degree when Kat was like I feel solely consuming salmon, like that’s all she ate.” To this, Vicky responded, “Yeah, I feel it was her Dhoom part or one thing, the place, I hear tales that Aamir and Katrina each have been on simply salmon and greens.”
Kareena additionally revisited her Tashan days, clarifying that her dimension zero look wasn’t fuelled by excessive weight-reduction plan. “I did naa Tashan. However I used to eat paratha for breakfast throughout Tashan additionally. Sure, I used to be by no means on this orange juice dimension zero weight loss program.” She then added, “So yeah, taper down by means of the day. However within the morning, you possibly can eat an excellent breakfast and stuff.”
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So, what are the potential well being results of consuming solely salmon and greens over an prolonged interval?
Dr Anjana Kalia, ayurvedic physician and nutritionist, Bloom Clinix, Dwarka, tells indianexpress.com, “Consuming solely salmon and greens can have short-term advantages, particularly for weight reduction and improved coronary heart well being. Salmon is wealthy in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which assist mind and coronary heart perform, whereas greens present fiber, antioxidants, and important nutritional vitamins. This mixture might cut back irritation and enhance digestion within the brief run.”
Nevertheless, in the long run, Dr Kalia says that this restrictive weight loss program can pose well being dangers. “The shortage of meals selection might result in boredom, fatigue, and issue in sustaining the weight loss program. Over time, consuming massive portions of fish like salmon may additionally improve the chance of mercury or different heavy metallic publicity, particularly if consumed every day with out selection. A weight loss program missing in complete grains, dairy, fruits, and legumes might additionally compromise total well being.”
May such a weight loss program result in dietary deficiencies, even when salmon is wealthy in protein and omega-3s?
Dr Kalia states, “Sure, dietary deficiencies are attainable,” ading that whereas salmon gives high-quality protein, omega-3s, vitamin D, and B12, it lacks a number of necessary vitamins. “As an illustration, there can be very low or no consumption of calcium (from dairy), iron from plant sources, vitamin E, iodine (until iodized salt is used), and carbohydrates, that are the physique’s main supply of vitality.”
Greens add some selection in micronutrients and fibre, the skilled notes, however they nonetheless can’t meet all dietary wants. A scarcity of advanced carbs may additionally trigger low vitality, dizziness, or muscle fatigue, particularly in lively people.
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How do excessive or extremely restrictive diets like this have an effect on metabolism and long-term relationship with meals?
In line with Dr Kalia, restrictive diets can sluggish metabolism over time. “When the physique receives fewer energy or lacks macronutrient steadiness, it might go into ‘survival mode,’ lowering the speed at which it burns vitality. This makes it tougher to take care of or shed pounds in the long run.”
Psychologically, she provides that such diets can result in “disordered consuming patterns.” Individuals might start to affiliate meals with guilt or strict guidelines, making it troublesome to take care of a balanced, sustainable consuming routine later. Finally, this might result in binge consuming or emotional stress round meals selections.
DISCLAIMER: This text is predicated on info from the general public area and/or the consultants we spoke to. At all times seek the advice of your well being practitioner earlier than beginning any routine.
