STOP COUNTING CALORIES! Why food quality matters more for weight loss

Calories are just numbers on a label, right? Not so fast. The quality of those calories could hold the key to unlocking your weight loss success.

In this video, we’re diving into the science behind weight loss and why focusing solely on calorie counting might not be the best strategy for long-term success. While creating a calorie deficit for weight loss is important, understanding the quality of your food can make all the difference. We’ll explore how concepts like the thermic effect of food, calorie absorption, and even your body’s hormonal response to different foods impact your results.

Learn how the thermic effect of protein boosts metabolism, why the food matrix affects calorie absorption, and how nutrient-dense foods can help you achieve your goals without obsessing over numbers. Whether you’re curious about how to lose weight without counting calories, wondering, “does calorie counting work?” or looking for tips on balancing food quality vs. quantity, this video has you covered.

We’ll also discuss why calorie tracking or counting calories to lose weight can sometimes lead to frustration and how prioritizing whole, unprocessed foods can stabilize hunger, improve energy levels, and support sustainable weight loss. Plus, we’ll uncover the truth about the calories in calories out method and how it interacts with factors like digestion and metabolism.

If you’ve ever struggled with weight loss or felt stuck in a cycle of restrictive eating, this video will give you actionable insights to break free. Say goodbye to outdated approaches like rigid calorie deficit diets and hello to a more informed way of achieving your goals.

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Before you go, be sure to check out my video on how to unlock your metabolism.:
https://youtu.be/WncqF3nQeR8

Or you can also read my blog here: https://www.my-bmb.com/post/unlock-your-metabolism-the-secret-to-sustainable-weight-loss
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00:00 Introduction
01:19 Quality vs quantity: why food sources matter
02:46 The thermic effect of food: how digestion burns calories
04:09 Food matrix and calorie absorption
05:55 Hormonal responses to different calories
07:12 Calorie counting: helpful or harmful?
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