Dr. Layne Norton: The Science of Eating for Health, Fat Loss & Lean Muscle | Episode 97
Main Takeaways
Nutrition and exercise experts can help us maintain a healthy lifestyle by providing valuable information on diet and exercise.
Tracking energy intake requires consistency and an accurate understanding of what we consume, and understanding RMR and TEF can help us make better decisions to achieve a healthier lifestyle.
NEAT can be consciously and unconsciously influenced, leading to improved blood sugar regulation and energy expenditure of up to a thousand calories a day.
Regular weigh-ins throughout the week can help accurately track progress, even if the number on the scale goes up on some days.
Paying attention to how our body responds to different exercises can help us find a routine that works for our goals.
Exercise has profound physical and mental health benefits, and can help create a new identity and successfully manage weight.
Finding a diet that works for us and developing a positive relationship with it is key to successful weight loss.
Gut health may be related to appetite regulation and influence weight loss, metabolism, and energy.
Eating a variety of fiber sources and reducing saturated fat intake can help reduce the risk of mortality, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
Calorie control is essential for managing energy balance and weight through fiber, GI, and gastric emptying time, and supplements can be useful for physical and cognitive performance but are not always necessary for optimal performance.
