FITFANTASY/Negative Calories

 

FITFANTASY/Negative Calories

Did you know that a pound of fat is 3500 calories? 

Did you know that a pound of muscle is about 600 calories?


While it is true that some people want to gain muscle, and therefore it is logical to think these people should want to eat more calories, the unfortunate thing is that math simply doesn't seem to workout.  Do you see what I did there?  

The challenge is that we are often limited on the amount of muscle we can build each day.  The reality for many of us therefore is that the challenge is to have a caloric deficit rather than a caloric surplus.  

Here are some books that talk about decreasing calories:

1. "The Complete Guide to Fasting: Heal Your Body Through Intermittent, Alternate-Day, and Extended Fasting" by Dr. Jason Fung - explains how fasting can help with weight loss and fat loss goals.

2. "The Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss" by Dr. Jason Fung - explains the science behind obesity and how cutting calories can help with weight loss.

3. "The Fast Diet: Lose Weight, Stay Healthy, and Live Longer with the Simple Secret of Intermittent Fasting" by Dr. Michael Mosley and Mimi Spencer - discusses how intermittent fasting can help with weight loss and overall health.

4. "The 5:2 Diet: Feast for 5 Days, Fast for 2 Days to Lose Weight and Revitalize Your Health" by Kate Harrison - explains the benefits of intermittent fasting and how it can help with weight loss.

5. "The Calorie Myth: How to Eat More, Exercise Less, Lose Weight, and Live Better" by Jonathan Bailor - discusses the science behind calorie counting and how it can help with weight loss.

6. "The Ultimate Guide to Calorie Counting" by Dr. Jennifer Cohen - provides tips and advice on how to accurately count calories and use this knowledge to achieve weight loss goals.

7. "The Complete Guide to Weight Loss: A Step-by-Step Guide to Losing Weight and Keeping It Off" by Dr. Jason Fung - offers a comprehensive approach to weight loss, including cutting calories and other lifestyle changes.

8. "The 1200-Calorie-a-Day Menu Cookbook: Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Low-Fat Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, and Desserts" by Nancy Hughes - provides recipes and meal plans for those looking to cut calories and lose weight.

9. "The Low-Calorie Cookbook: Healthy, Satisfying Meals with 500 Calories or Less" by Megan Olson - offers recipes for low-calorie meals that are still satisfying and nutritious.

10. "The Fast Metabolism Diet: Eat More Food and Lose More Weight" by Haylie Pomroy - offers a diet plan that focuses on cutting calories while still providing adequate nutrition and energy.

11. "The 1000-Calorie-a-Day Menu Cookbook: Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Low-Fat Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, and Desserts" by Nancy Hughes - provides recipes and meal plans for those looking to cut calories and lose weight.

12. "The Complete Guide to Intermittent Fasting: The Proven Way to Lose Weight, Improve Your Health, and Increase Longevity" by Dr. Jason Fung - explains how intermittent fasting can help with weight loss and offers practical advice for incorporating fasting into your lifestyle.

13. "The Low-Calorie Diet: Achieving Weight Loss and Optimum Health with a Balanced, Nutritious Diet" by Dr. Richard K. Bernstein - offers a comprehensive approach to weight loss and health, including cutting calories and other lifestyle changes.

14. "The 800-Calorie-a-Day Menu Cookbook: Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Low-Fat Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, and Desserts" by Nancy Hughes - provides recipes and meal plans for those looking to cut calories and lose weight.

15. "The 1500-Calorie-a-Day Menu Cookbook: Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Low-Fat Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, and Desserts" by Nancy Hughes - provides recipes and meal plans for those looking to cut calories and lose weight while still enjoying delicious and satisfying meals.

16. "The 1200-Calorie-a-Day Menu Cookbook: Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Low-Fat Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, and Snacks" by Megan Olson - offers a variety of recipes and meal plans for those looking to cut calories and lose weight.

17. "The CalorieKing Calorie, Fat & Carbohydrate Counter" by Allan Borushek - provides a comprehensive guide to counting calories, fat, and carbs in various foods and beverages.

18. "The Low-Calorie Diet Cookbook: Delicious and Nutritious Recipes for Weight Loss and Optimum Health" by Dr. Richard K. Bernstein - offers a collection of healthy and flavorful recipes for those looking to cut calories and improve their health.

19. "The 1300-Calorie Diet Cookbook: Quick and Easy Recipes for Delicious Low-Fat Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners, and Desserts" by Nancy Hughes - provides recipes and meal plans for those looking to cut calories and lose weight while still enjoying delicious and satisfying meals.

20. "The Complete Ketogenic Diet for Beginners: Your Essential Guide to Living the Keto Lifestyle" by Amy Ramos - offers a practical and informative guide to the ketogenic diet, which involves cutting carbs and increasing healthy fats to achieve weight loss and other health benefits.


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