Lately, there’s been a lot of discussion about BMI (Body Mass Index) on social media and in health articles. Some people argue it’s outdated, others say it’s flawed, and a few insist it should be thrown out altogether. But here’s the thing: it is here to stay. Whether we like it or not, it plays […]
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Apr
Apr
There has been a lot of talk about white fat vs brown fat lately, especially in the context of weight loss. A recent podcast episode sparked the discussion, so I wanted to put together a few key notes to give you a scientifically correct perspective on this topic. Let’s break it down. White Fat vs […]
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Apr
Apr
Losing weight does not have to be complicated. It is easy to get overwhelmed with all the conflicting advice out there, but at the end of the day, the best approach is the one that fits into your life and is sustainable long-term. To truly optimize your weight loss, focusing on a few key strategies […]
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Mar
Mar
Nutrition coaching can be a game-changer, but only if you approach it the right way. It is not just about following a plan, hitting your macros, or exercising regularly. It is about building a relationship with your coach, being honest, asking questions, and committing to the process. Here are the best ways to maximize your […]
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Mar
Mar
Building muscle is a long-term commitment that requires more than just lifting weights and eating extra calories. It takes a structured approach, consistent habits, and a willingness to stay the course even when progress feels slow. If I were aiming to maximize muscle gain while staying natural, here is exactly how I would approach it. […]
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Mar
Mar
Food noise has become a hot topic in recent discussions about weight management and dieting. I covered this in my podcast, but I wanted to provide a summary here to help clarify what it is and how it can be managed. Understanding Food Noise: What It Is and How to Manage It What Is Food […]
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Feb
Feb
One of the most common rules of thumb in the weight loss industry is that people should try to get ~10,000 steps per day. In fact, many commercial fitness trackers and step counters set 10,000 steps a day as the default target when you first put them on. But why is this 10,000 number so […]
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Jan
Jan
We’ve pretty much seen it all. Any scenario you can imagine related to diets and weight loss we have encountered. And one of the most frequent errors we see people make (and most common questions we get) is related to people eating back their exercise calories. Now this error is so common because of how […]
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Jan
Jan
What is Lumen? It’s a device you breathe into that tells you whether your body is burning more carbohydrates or fats, and in theory tells you the exact percentage of carbohydrates or fat your body is burning. The concept behind this device is that if you measure what your body is burning you can optimize […]
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Aug
Aug
The advancements of generative AI have provided us with a lot of powerful tools, especially when it comes to making our lives easier. One of the very interesting use cases that has arisen from generative AI tools like ChatGPT is its ability to create a meal plan for people. This article is going to explore […]