Things Everyone Should Consider Prior To Trying To Lose Weight: Calories Are Not All Created Equal

As much as I wish I could eat 1,200 calories a day in donuts and pizza and have my body respond the same exact way as if I ate 1,200 calories a day in fruits, veggies, and lean proteins, this is just not the case my friends. It’s not just about calories in versus calories out. That is just the simple way to explain how to lose weight. It is so much more complicated than that.

I’m no nutritionist, but obviously fat, carbohydrate, and protein are all serve different purposes in the body. I could get all into the science, but instead I am just going to link you to an article that I feel explains it pretty gosh darn well. You can find it: here!

So, obviously..as you can see..calories are not all created equal. I lost wayyy more weight when I upped my protein and lowered my fat grams. I aim for a diet high in complex carbs, moderate to high in protein, and low in fat. It works pretty well for me :). And no, I don't think carbs are evil; you just need to be getting the right kind.