How to Lose Fat Without Counting a Single Calorie
For many, the thought of meticulously tracking every morsel of food is a recipe for burnout and an unhealthy relationship with food. The good news is that calorie counting is not the only path to fat loss. By shifting your focus from quantitative tracking to qualitative behavioral changes, you can create a sustainable calorie deficit naturally. Here’s how to lose fat without ever opening a calorie-counting app.
1. Master the Plate Method: The Hand Portion System
Your own hand is a portable, personalized portion guide.
Protein: A palm-sized serving (chicken, fish, tofu) with each meal.
Vegetables: Two fist-sized servings of non-starchy veggies (broccoli, salad, peppers).
Complex Carbohydrates: One cupped-hand serving of carbs (quinoa, brown rice, sweet potato).
Fats: One t...