Calories In Calories Out, Debunked? - In Gains We Trust Podcast Ep. 2

Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the building blocks of nutrition, including macronutrients and their roles in the body. They emphasize the importance of calories in, calories out as a fundamental principle of weight management. The debate surrounding low carb diets and the nuances of energy balance are explored. The hosts stress the need for a holistic approach to health and the dangers of misinformation. In this conversation, Michael and BowTiedOx discuss various dietary approaches and the importance of aligning diet with individual goals and promotes overall well-being. They also explore the benefits of resistance training for aging and its potential to prevent dementia. The conversation delves into the challenges of behavioral change and the role of coaching in guiding individuals towards positive health and fitness outcomes. They emphasize the power of knowledge and the importance of empowering individuals to take control of their own health and fitness.Show more

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:02 The Building Block of Nutrition
04:19 Macronutrients: Protein
05:09 Macronutrients: Fat
06:04 Macronutrients: Carbohydrates
07:31 Calories In, Calories Out
10:33 Debate on Calories In, Calories Out
13:56 The Controversy of Low Carb Diets
18:34 Health is Multifaceted
21:13 Extreme Weight Loss and Health
23:35 Nuances of Calories In, Calories Out
27:02 The Importance of Context
30:28 The Dangers of Misinformation
36:19 Individualized Approach to Health
38:18 The Role of Creatine and Carbs
40:30 Promoting Good Health
41:27 Jumping into Dietary Approaches
42:01 Aligning Diet with Goals
45:19 Resistance Training for Aging
47:07 Preventing Dementia with Resistance Training
48:48 Behavioral Change and Motivation
53:18 Coaching and Behavioral Psychology
57:03 Knowledge is Power
59:30 Empowering Individuals to Take Control