EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 10 MIN
Hidden Calories in Healthy Foods — and How to Spot Them
from The Fit Positive Podcast · host Claire Farrell
Even the most health-conscious women can fall into this trap — eating “clean,” whole foods and cooking from scratch, but still struggling to lose weight.In this episode, I share the story of a member’s Beef Tagine recipe that looked totally healthy — all local Irish produce — but actually came in at 960 calories per serving.We’ll talk about:🍯 Why healthy doesn’t always mean low calorie🥄 How to identify the “hidden calories” in home-cooked meals💪 The simple swaps that cut this recipe’s calories in half (without losing flavour!)📲 And how tracking can build awareness — not restriction — so you can make confident, flexible choicesYou’ll also hear how small changes in your meals can make a big difference over time — helping you feel fuller, stronger, and more in control without cutting out the foods you love.See the before and after for yourself 👇🧾 Free Download: Fit Positive Smart Swaps — Beef Tagine📥 Download the free guide: Fit Positive Smart Swaps — Beef TagineThis guide includes:✅ The original Bord Bia recipe and the Fit Positive version✅ Every swap and calorie saving✅ Simple principles you can use to tweak any recipe💪 Join Fit Positive EmpoweredIf you’re ready to reach your goals in a sustainable, science-backed way — with:Personalised calorie and macro targets150+ low-calorie, high-protein family recipesTime-efficient strength workoutsCoaching and community supportJoin Fit Positive Empowered here
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Even the most health-conscious women can fall into this trap — eating “clean,” whole foods and cooking from scratch, but still struggling to lose weight.In this episode, I share the story of a member’s Beef Tagine recipe that looked totally healthy — all local Irish produce — but actually came in at 960 calories per serving.We’ll talk about:🍯 Why healthy doesn’t always mean low calorie🥄 How to identify the “hidden calories” in home-cooked meals💪 The simple swaps that cut this recipe’s calories in half (without losing flavour!)📲 And how tracking can build awareness — not restriction — so you can make confident, flexible choicesYou’ll also hear how small changes in your meals can make a big difference over time — helping you feel fuller, stronger, and more in control without cutting out the foods you love.See the before and after for yourself 👇🧾 Free Download: Fit Positive Smart Swaps — Beef Tagine📥 Download the free guide: Fit Positive Smart Swaps — Beef TagineThis guide includes:✅ The original Bord Bia recipe and the Fit Positive version✅ Every swap and calorie saving✅ Simple principles you can use to tweak any recipe💪 Join Fit Positive EmpoweredIf you’re ready to reach your goals in a sustainable, science-backed way — with:Personalised calorie and macro targets150+ low-calorie, high-protein family recipesTime-efficient strength workoutsCoaching and community supportJoin Fit Positive Empowered here
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Hidden Calories in Healthy Foods — and How to Spot Them
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