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Ep 618 - Why Weight Loss is Much More Complicated Than Calories In and Out with Dr Ashley Lucas

Published: Feb. 14, 2024, 5 a.m.

Are you interested in weight loss? \xa0Have you been struggling with counting calories? \xa0In this episode, we dive into the science behind weight loss. Today, I talk with Dr. Ashley Lucas. She holds a Ph.D. in Sports nutrition and chronic disease and is also a Registered Dietitian (RD). Following 15+ years of research and clinical practice, Dr. Lucas developed PHD\u2019s science-based approach that revolutionized the science of weight loss. Her approach focuses on metabolic wellness, inflammation reduction, and behavioral/emotional support that creates profound sustainable transformation in the body and mind. \xa0She joins us to discuss her approach to weight loss, as well as the dangers of restrictive dieting. We dive into many of the weight loss secrets that Dr. Ashley knows, and the first steps to a sustainable weight loss experience.

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Questions I asked:

  • Where are you from?
  • Where are you currently living?
  • What are the secrets to weight loss, and are they really secret?
  • How did you get into weight loss?
  • Did you go through an identity crisis?
  • Why do you say weight gain isn\u2019t our fault?
  • What do we do to fix weight loss?
  • What goes into successful weight loss?
  • Can you tell us about the yo-yo phenomenon?
  • Why is nutrition more than calories in and calories out?
  • What kind of holistic approach did you take to help your clients lose weight?
  • What can we do to get rid of cravings?
  • Why is exercising not a great weight loss tool?
  • How much do you think stress impacts people\u2019s weight loss?
  • What is one of your favorite client success stories?
  • What are a few tips for everyone on their own transition?
  • Where can everyone get your book, and get in touch with you?

Topics Discussed:

  • A holistic approach to weight loss.
  • Recovery process.
  • Stress and weight loss.
  • Exercise isn\u2019t a great weight-loss tool.
  • Getting rid of cravings.
  • Emotions with weight loss.
  • The smarter way to weight loss.
  • Eating timing.
  • Mental approach to weight loss.

Quotes from the show:

  • \u201cWe\u2019ve been told for so long weight gain is our fault. I don\u2019t believe that.\u201d @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
  • \u201cWe have triggers in our life that change the way we tolerate food.\u201d @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
  • \u201cI had discipline, and calories in and calories out wasn\u2019t working for me, and it didn\u2019t seem to work for others.\u201d @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
  • \u201cThe risk of re-gaining weight is 90%.\u201d @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
  • \u201cIt\u2019s not just the nutrition, or the science of when to eat, but 80% come from the mind.\u201d @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat
  • \u201cWeight loss is an addiction recovery process.\u201d @PHD_WeightLoss @SisterhoodSweat

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