#979 Why Counting Calories Wrecks Your Metabolism (& What Actually Works) with Ben Azadi

🔥 Main Takeaway: The common belief that calories in vs. calories out is the key to fat loss is not only flawed — it can destroy your metabolism. 💡 Key Highlights: Host shares his personal 80-pound fat loss journey after breaking free from the calorie deficit trap. The Lie: Counting calories works temporarily, but ultimately leads to hormonal imbalances, slowed metabolism, and weight regain. The Truth: Weight gain is not a calorie issue — it’s a hormone and inflammation issue. Metabolic health must come first. Get healthy to lose weight, not the other way around. Example: Biggest Loser contestants regained weight due to damaged hormones (ghrelin/leptin) post calorie-restriction. Practical Solutions: Cut carbs to <50g/day Follow the 2-2-2 rule for healthy fats Eliminate snacking Practice intermittent fasting (e.g., 18:6 window) Science-Backed Insight: Gut health and hormone balance play a bigger role than calorie math. Bonus: Free access to the Metabolic Freedom Course + interviews with Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Daniel Pompa, Cynthia Thurlow & Megan Ramos when you order the book at http://www.metabolicfreedombook.com  🎁 📚 Purchase Ben's new book Metabolic Freedom today to receive immediate access to a FREE course on metabolism with exclusive interviews from Gary Brecka, Dr Daniel Pompa, Dr Jason Fung, Megan Ramos, Cynthia Thurlow & more. CLICK HERE: https://www.ketokamp.com/free-course 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals