Ep. 479 - Myths that should stay in 2024.

Join our Jan intake here Chlemma here to bust a few myths. Takeaways Alcohol does not stop fat loss if in a calorie deficit. The calories in alcohol matter more than its effect on fat oxidation. Alcohol is a toxin that the body metabolizes quickly. Being in a calorie deficit is key to losing body fat. Glucose spikes after meals are normal and not harmful. There is no correlation between glucose response and fat loss. Starvation mode is a myth; people can still lose weight on low calories. Metabolic adaptation occurs but is often misinterpreted as starvation mode. Adherence to a diet is often the real issue behind weight loss plateaus. Science and nutrition knowledge are constantly evolving.