Shilpa Shetty’s Carb Rule Can Help Your Wellness Journey

There’s no better wellness inspiration than Shilpa Shetty who has always advocated for balanced meals and a healthy lifestyle. The star has not only shared her go-to recipes with her fans but has even shared her experiences with cheat meals as part her famous Sunday Binge series.

Shilpa recently appeared in a talk show hosted by Kareena Kapoor Khan and opened up about how she feels about dieting.

“You know the word diet comes with a pre-conceived notion that it needs oil-free and flavourless food and I want to debunk this. When I cook for my YouTube channel I always try to tell people that if you use healthy alternatives, the food can be just as delicious and healthy.

You don’t need to make compromises but we need to live in awareness and breathe and eat in awareness,” she said during the appearance.

The actor also opened up about her views on carbs. Shilpa revealed that she doesn’t shun carbs as she loves her morning sourdough bread she feels carbs are crucial for daily energy. However, she shared a personal rule she sticks to when it comes to consumption of carbohydrates.

“What kind of carbs you’re choosing is important. Don’t eat fried potatoes, but instead choose a baked sweet potato. I try to be mindful because carbs are important to us, my sourdough is a staple in the morning. I try not to eat carbs after 6 or 7 pm,” she revealed.

Several other celebs have admitted to cutting down or eliminating carbs after sundown. While some believe that cutting carbs in the evening aids weight loss and improves overall health, it’s important to look at how it can specifically help those who are trying to stay fit.

It Improves Metabolic Flexibility

The body is remarkably adept at utilizing various energy sources, including carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, based on its metabolic needs. Consuming carbohydrates in the evening doesn’t automatically lead to weight gain because the body’s ability to switch between energy substrates ensures metabolic flexibility.

However, Harvard Health Publications suggests that eating a large number of calories, at night is linked to depression, weight gain and obesity. This is crucial information for anyone who suffers from emotional eating or tends to overeat.