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Debunking "Calories In, Calories Out"
07:05 - 13:02 (05:57)
A podcast host discusses how the phrase "calories in, calories out" is often used to oversimplify the complex issue of weight and fat phobia in society, and why it is an ineffective response to this issue.
Clips
In this episode, the hosts discuss the history of calories in nutrition science and how the concept of "calories in, calories out" has become a common dieting meme.
07:05 - 08:09 (01:03)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the history of calories in nutrition science and how the concept of "calories in, calories out" has become a common dieting meme. They explore the young age of nutrition science and the need to revisit core assumptions.
ChapterDebunking "Calories In, Calories Out"
EpisodeThe Trouble With Calories
PodcastMaintenance Phase
The phrase "calories in, calories out" is often used in conversations surrounding weight and diet.
08:09 - 10:03 (01:53)
Summary
The phrase "calories in, calories out" is often used in conversations surrounding weight and diet. However, despite its simplicity, it fails to capture the complexity and nuances of human metabolism and is not a helpful or informative approach to weight loss.
ChapterDebunking "Calories In, Calories Out"
EpisodeThe Trouble With Calories
PodcastMaintenance Phase
This episode discusses the statement "It's just calories in, calories out" and why it is generally said in bad faith, as well as why it is not a helpful statement when trying to understand the science of weight loss.
10:03 - 11:04 (01:01)
Summary
This episode discusses the statement "It's just calories in, calories out" and why it is generally said in bad faith, as well as why it is not a helpful statement when trying to understand the science of weight loss.
ChapterDebunking "Calories In, Calories Out"
EpisodeThe Trouble With Calories
PodcastMaintenance Phase
The idea that weight loss is a simple equation of calories in versus calories out is a myth.
11:04 - 13:02 (01:58)
Summary
The idea that weight loss is a simple equation of calories in versus calories out is a myth. The concept is more complex and involves factors such as hormones, metabolism, and genetics.