07: Calories In vs Calories Out - The Secret Equation for Weight Loss?
If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, there’s a pretty solid chance you’ve been told “all that matters is if you burn more calories than you consume". Theoretically, it makes sense you would lose weight if you’re calories in is lower than your calories out. So what’s the issue here? In today's episode, Abbey brings you the facts on the Calories In vs Calories Out equation, brings you back to her days as a personal trainer and bodybuilder, and shares her personal stories with dieting and attempts at weight loss. Abbey answers:
- Why am I less full/satisfied when I'm dieting?
- How does my metabolism adapt when I stop a diet?
- Are hormones affected by restrictive diets?
- Can I accurately measure calories in and calories out?
Studies and Resources:
Persistent metabolic adaptation 6 years after "The Biggest Loser" competition
