4. Calorie Counting? Portion Control? Are These Necessary?

4. Calorie Counting? Portion Control? Are These Necessary?

Author: Melissa De La Cruz - Educator & Nutritional Therapy Practitioner November 14, 2023 Duration: 14:50
We've heard it all! If you want to lose weight, or gain, you need to monitor your calorie intake.  If you want to lose weight you need strict portion control and be on a low fat diet. Is all that really true?  In this episode we are going to talk about this popular topic. There are many "healthy" tips that are not as healthy as we've been led to believe and learning how to navigate the conflicting info can make a big difference. Listen to this episode to learn more about what to focus on as you implement a healthier lifestyle and work toward your goals.   Grab your favorite drink, healthy snack and maybe even a notebook. Website: www.madetobethriving.com Email: info@madetobethriving.com Social: @madetobethriving  Facebook Community:  Faith, Gut Health & Non-Toxic Living Freebies: Immune Support Recipes   *Disclaimer: Information provided today are  for informational and educational purposes only. The information and education provided is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis.*

Melissa De La Cruz, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, hosts Rise Up From Fatigue, a space where practical wellness and faithful stewardship of the body meet. If constant tiredness has become your normal, this podcast offers a different path. Melissa focuses on sustainable, natural approaches to rebuilding your energy from the ground up. Conversations regularly explore how gut health influences overall vitality, ways to manage stress that actually work, and how to reduce everyday toxic exposures without feeling overwhelmed. It’s a holistic view that considers physical, mental, and spiritual well-being as deeply connected. You’ll hear actionable advice on nutrition and lifestyle, all framed within Melissa’s Christian perspective that views caring for your health as a form of gratitude and honor. This isn’t about quick fixes or rigid rules, but rather about finding a personalized and grace-filled approach to feeling better in your own skin. Each episode aims to provide you with understanding and tools, so you can move from feeling drained to feeling resilient and empowered in your daily life. Tune in for honest discussions that make natural health feel accessible and spiritually grounded.
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