Yes it is and there is a LOT of info out there that weight loss (fat loss) is not as simplistic as calories in/calories out. Much more newer info on how the body handles energy and how integrated systems work together to process the energy we take in and what can go wrong.

This is why people often do better on low calorie diets that include carb restriction, especially those who have been in the obese range or higher.

All of the info about weight vs fat and scales and water is very helpful for people.

Calories don't tell the entire story for many people.

Except that when you lock people up in a ward study and completely control their intake - calories do tell the entire story. Every ward study I've read where protein intake was adequate has had essentially the same result.

Don't misunderstand what I'm saying. I have to constantly repeat myself because people take what I'm saying and add in all kinds of things I've never said, nor implied.

Calories in/out ALWAYS dictate fat loss or gain. However, many variables can affect the calories going in and the calories going out.

I never said it was as simple as calories in out - or that calories in/out was the "entire story" but that basic understanding is something everyone should know. Yes, there are many people who have emotional issues, environmental issues, hormonal issues, ect ... it is still an equation of energy. Most people I've talked to in person and seen on this forum do not understand this fundamental principle.

You only use fat stores when you use more energy than you intake.

Thanks so much for the info!

Thanks! I used my coupon yesterday!

Hi Kaylae,

How do you like EAS?

I only have my snacks every other day.. I just findit too much. My coach said it was okay.