We have known what calories are for a long time but even 15 or 20 years ago the thought of counting them and or weighing food in order to ensure that you get the right amount was not something the layman would consider. If you were an “athlete” then maybe but otherwise not a chance.
Fast forward to today and everyone seems to know about counting calories, w ... Show More
Mar 5
#1005: What actually makes a good week?
In Episode 1005, Marcus reflects on a phrase he has said hundreds of times on the show: “I hope you had a good week.”But what actually makes a week good?Marcus explores why judging weeks purely on emotion can be misleading and why progress in life, work, and training rarely happe ... Show More
38m 6s
Feb 26
#1004: You don't need help with your food
In this episode, Marcus challenges the idea that you need help with your food. He explains why most people already know what’s healthy and why the real issue is stress, sleep, structure, and the behaviours that quietly drive daily choices.Key points:Why food isn’t the real proble ... Show More
39m 15s
Jul 2025
Q&A: If I’m not trying to lose weight, should I still track what I eat?
Tracking your food doesn’t have to be about weight loss. In this episode, Jess reframes tracking as a tool for awareness, not control, and shares different ways to reflect on what you're eating without counting calories. From food + mood journaling to using CGM data, you’ll hear ... Show More
6m 42s
Sep 2025
296 - Your Weight Problem Isn't About Food
<p>You've tried every diet, counted every calorie, and switched up your workout routine more times than you can remember - but you still feel completely out of control around food. What if the reason you can't stop overeating has nothing to do with willpower, meal plans, or even ... Show More
13m 54s
Jul 2024
When Calorie Counting Doesn’t ‘Work’ For You
<p>We're tackling a topic that always gets people talking—counting calories! If counting calories works for you, great! But if tracking every bite or obsessing over your food app has ever made you anxious, this episode is for you! </p><p>In this episode, we'll talk abou ... Show More
10m 15s
Aug 2025
1: Calories in Popular Lebanese Mezze
Send a text Lebanese mezze is all about variety — from dips and veggies to fried favorites and endless pita. But how many calories are really hiding in those small plates? In this episode, we’ll look at the calorie counts of popular dishes, clear up some common misconceptions, ta ... Show More
4m 21s
Oct 2021
96: Binge Eating, Food Addiction and Emotional Eating – What's the Difference?
<p>It can be confusing to determine whether you have binge eating, food addiction or emotional eating. While criteria for binge eating disorder have been established for some time, research is beginning to show some of the ways in which binge eating and food addiction are simila ... Show More
22m 1s