Which is more fattening, meat or cake? - The truth about dieting that can't be measured by calories alone
Have you ever wondered "Should I eat meat or cake?" while dieting? At first glance, it may seem like fatty meat would make you gain weight, but that's not necessarily the case. This time, we'll be discussing the question "Which is more fattening, meat or cake?" from the perspective of calories and nutritional balance.
■Calorie comparison: meat vs. cake
Let's compare the calories per 100g.
・Cake (shortcake): approx. 300-400 kcal
・Beef (sirloin steak): about 300 to 500 kcal
・Chicken breast (without skin): about 100-150 kcal
If we look at calories alone, meat and cake both have the same amount of energy depending on the type. However, the breakdown of calories is different.
■ The determining factor in gaining weight is "carbohydrates" and "fat"
When dieting, it is important to pay attention not only to calories but also to the balance of "carbohydrates" and "fats."
[Features of the cake]
The main ingredients are carbohydrates (sugar, flour) and fats (butter, cream)
It causes a rapid rise in blood sugar levels and is easily stored as fat. It doesn't satisfy you much after eating, so you get hungry quickly.
[Characteristics of the meat]
The main ingredients are protein and lipids . Protein is the building block for muscles and helps to boost metabolism. It is filling and helps to keep you feeling full for longer. In other words, even if they have the same calories, cake is more likely to be stored as fat.
■ Tips for eating in a way that doesn't make you gain weight
So, which one should you choose when dieting?
[Be conscious of how you eat cake]
・If you eat it, eat it as a snack rather than after a meal (to prevent a sudden rise in blood sugar levels)
・Choose cakes that are flour-free or have reduced sugar content (low-carb).
[Adjust the fat content of meat]
・Choose chicken cuts with less fat, such as breast meat or fillet. ・Use grilling or steaming as your main cooking method (avoid deep-frying).
■Conclusion Cake is more likely to make you gain weight!
...However, it depends on how you eat it .<br>Overall, it is clear that cake is more likely to make you gain weight. However, if you take some time to think about the amount and timing of eating, and choose foods that are less likely to make you gain weight or are low in sugar, it is possible to enjoy both.
Dieting won't last if you just endure. Try to have a balanced diet by incorporating meat into your diet and enjoying cake every now and then!
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