7 Weight Loss Myths That Aren’t Helpful At All

2. Fat = Unhealthy

We’ve all had these thoughts of what if my weight will cause me to die sooner? Even those who are happy with their bodies have had these thoughts once in a while. Well, here’s the good news: all bodies are different, and having a few more pounds than you “should” doesn’t automatically mean you’re going to get sick or die. How a person is built depends on a variety of things, most important biology and genetics.

Don’t take this to mean that you can keep eating unhealthy, fatty, sugary foods and lead a sedentary lifestyle and expect your body to be in tip-top shape. But if you’re eating good foods and are physically active, it doesn’t matter how large or small you are because you really were made this way!