Carbs after 6 PM. Fasted cardio. Fat-burner pills. We break down the five most stubborn weight-loss myths — and what actually works for sustainable fat loss.
Written by Matt Arnold
Carbs after 6 p.m. turn to fat? Total daily calories matter more than meal timing.
Fasted cardio is essential? Calorie balance, not fasted state, drives results.
Fat-burner pills melt pounds? Most just contain caffeine for a negligible boost.
Crunches burn belly fat? Fat loss is systemic; crunches strengthen muscle but don't spot-reduce.
"Clean eating" means you can't gain weight? Overeating healthy foods still leads to a surplus.