Hunger Games: Why CICO is a Lie

Episode 12 • August 17, 2021 • 00:42:33
Hunger Games: Why CICO is a Lie
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Hunger Games: Why CICO is a Lie

Aug 17 2021 | 00:42:33

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Show Notes

For decades we’ve been told that weight loss is “basic math” or “simple science.”

 

We just need to eat less and exercise more. 

 

This is the philosophy behind the “Calories In / Calories Out” (CICO) mentality, but the process of weight loss is more than just a simple math equation.

 

We debunked this diet myth YEARS ago, yet it still perpetuates the weight loss and fitness space today, making it difficult to let go of these outdated thoughts and beliefs. 

 

Join me on today’s episode as I break down the science and psychology behind this myth and show you why it does not work in practice. 

 

What’s in this episode:

 

For full show notes, resources and links visit www.bodyyoucrave.com/blog/12

 

Ready to end emotional eating, lose excess weight and feel amazing in your body? 

 

Head to www.bodyyoucrave.com/start-here where I share the counterintuitive reason why all your attempts to restrict food over the years has actually led to WEIGHT GAIN, and the mental “switch” you need to flick that’ll let you drop lbs, without sacrificing wine, carbs or the foods you love.

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