Shift your focus from calorie counting to nutrient density from "summary" of Primal Body, Primal Mind by Nora T. Gedgaudas
In our modern world, we have been conditioned to believe that weight management is all about calories in versus calories out. We are constantly bombarded with messages about counting calories and restricting our intake to achieve the ideal body weight. However, this approach oversimplifies the complex relationship between food and our bodies. When we shift our focus from calorie counting to nutrient density, we begin to understand that not all calories are created equal. Nutrient density refers to the amount of essential nutrients in a food relative to its calories. Foods that are nutrient-dense provide us with a wealth of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other essential nutrients that support our overall health and wel...
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