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I came across a research article from the New England Journal of Medicine that shows that a low carb or Mediterranean diet is more effective for weight loss than the same calorie low-fat diet. I've provided the link for the study. It's something to think about especially if you are looking for long term results. Three…
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No I'm sorry I don't have one off hand! I do have years of medical school eduction to back this up. I am not saying I dont believe in cals in/cals out. I tell a handful of patients each day to use this method because it works!!! My only point was, if you feel as if you're not seeing results your hormones and metabolism…
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Calories in/out is a good way to track so that you are not overeating. When people begin to eat healthier high calorie/fat foods such as almonds, hummus, almond butter etc, they forget that these types of foods are not unlimited and therefore they may not lose weight because they eat too much of these healthy foods. My…
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The point of the exercise is to rev up the metabolism, not the actual calorie burn during the exercise. I am not suggesting eating the additional 100/200 calories burned. The way our bodies metabolize food is much more complex than simple calories in calories out. Although I agree tracking this is a simple way to maintain…
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Although exercise is not "needed" for weight loss, it will help A LOT, especially since it appears you may be plateauing. Increase calories to at least 1500/1600 and started incorporating small amounts of exercise into your routine. Even if it is just walking around the block a few times a week. It is very important for…
