Introduction
I noticed that some people mistakenly believe that protein is the most important component out of the three. After all, the majority of fitness diets and healthy eating plans prioritize increased protein consumption. I, for one, think that none of the listed elements is the essential one: proteins might be the building blocks for our bodies, but fats and carbohydrates are the fuels. Thus, each element serves its specific purpose and is not easily replaceable (Starr et al. 41).
Main body
The effects of not eating enough protein or dropping it all together are awry: first, a person will be having more sugar cravings when usual, which might affect their weight. If a person avoids proteins for long, he or she will start feeling increasingly exhausted and suffer from muscle pain and tension. Their hair, skin, and nails will become weak and brittle, and their immune system will be more vulnerable to diseases.
An individual who decides to cut on carbohydrates will experience a slew of rather unpleasant effects. The adaptation period is harsh, and the phenomenon of what an average person is likely to encounter is often called low-carb flu. A low-carb diet will be accompanied by feelings of fatigue, weakness, and dizziness. In 2018, the European Society of Cardiology revealed that an extreme reduction in carbohydrate consumption could trigger health issues in the long run and increase the risk of cancer and coronary heart disease (“Low Carbohydrate Diets”).
Conclusion
I think that fats are often demonized by mass media and popular dietitians: it is claimed that eating as little fat as possible is only beneficial. However, doing so could be dangerous because fats fulfill a variety of functions. “Good” fats such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated boost hormone production, help to build cell membranes, and regulate immune processes. American Heart Association recommends consuming these two types of fats for reducing the risk of heart attacks and cardiovascular diseases (“Dietary Fats”).
Works Cited
“Dietary Fats.” American Heart Association. 2014. Web.
“Low Carbohydrate Diets Are Unsafe and Should be Avoided.” European Society of Cardiology. 2018. Web.
Starr, Cecilia, et al. Biology:The Unity and Diversity of Life. 15th ed., Cengage Learning, 2018.