The New Year Resolution Trap: Why Weight Loss Isn't the Answer

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• www.betterwithcarbo.com/5 - The Stress-Inflammation Connection: What You Need to know
• www.betterwithcarbo.com/1 - Revamping Your Anti-Inflammatory Game Plan: A Mindset Shift for Maximum Success and Freedom
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Welcome to the Inflamed in the Brain Podcast! Krissy Carbo, your friendly neighborhood RD, explores a realistic approach to weight loss as we head into 2024.

Main Points:

1. Counting Calories:

• The Calorie Conundrum: Dispelling myths about calorie equality and emphasizing nutrient density.
• True Value of Food: Prioritizing nutrient-rich ingredients over calorie counting for optimal health.
• Ingredient Focus: Encouraging informed food choices by examining ingredient lists.

2. Overexercising:

• Exercise as Stress: Understanding the physiological impact of overexercising on the body.
• Cortisol's Role: Delving into the prolonged effects of cortisol elevation due to excessive workouts.
• Balanced Approach: Advocating for personalized exercise plans for sustainable health.

3. Blindly Following Diet Rules:

• Flawed Dieting Strategies: Discussing the limitations of generic diets and the need for individualized approaches.
• Consequences of Restriction: Unpacking the mental and physiological repercussions of restrictive eating.
• Metabolic Adaptations: Exploring how dieting can trigger metabolic changes hindering weight management.

4. Losing Sight of Non-Scale Victories:

• Authentic Health Indicators: Highlighting non-scale victories as genuine markers of overall health improvement.
• Multifaceted Well-being: Emphasizing that health encompasses various aspects beyond just weight.
• Celebrate Wins: Encouraging listeners to recognize and celebrate improvements beyond the scale.

Conclusion:

• Sustainable Habits Over Quick Fixes: Advocating for long-term well-being based on professional experience.
• Weight Loss Perspective: Encouraging listeners to view weight loss as a byproduct, not the primary goal.
• Non-Scale Victories: Reinforcing the significance of celebrating authentic markers of health success.

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