India, Nov. 4 -- Whether your goal is to shed fat or build muscle, what you eat - and how you prepare it - plays a crucial role in determining your results. Surprisingly, the same foods can support completely opposite goals depending on how they're cooked or which parts you consume. From chicken and eggs to potatoes and yoghurt, small differences in preparation or ingredients can drastically alter their calorie and fat content. Understanding these nuances can help you make smarter food choices that align better with your specific weight goals.

Khushi Chhabra, a holistic health nutritionist and diabetes educator, explains how various factors - from the type of food and the way it's cut to how it's cooked, flavoured, or processed - can sig...