In this episode, we explore how to determine our true calorie needs without relying on apps, calculators, or wearables. We discuss the limitations of calorie counters and present a more intuitive approach to understanding our dietary intake.

?Topics include:

• Why traditional calorie counters often mislead us about our energy expenditure.
• How our weight can serve as a direct indicator of our caloric needs.
• The importance of tracking dietary intake and weight trends over a period of 10 to 14 days for accurate results.

Referenced Articles

Loeffelholz and Birkenfield, 2022. Calories burned in NEAT and contributing factors.
Prado Novoa et al., 2024. Accuracy of predictive equations.
Germini et al., 2022. Accuracy of activity trackers.  

Referenced Podcasts
On Figuring Out the Right Amount to Eat
On 5 Takeaways from a Book Worth Reading (discusses NEAT)