Mar 16, 2026
If you’re trying to lose fat but struggling to stay within a calorie deficit, today’s episode is for you.
When your calorie budget is smaller during fat loss, every choice matters.
That’s why today I’m sharing foods I personally refuse to waste my calorie budget on — and introducing a concept I teach my clients called “worth-it foods.”
Calories are like money, and what you choose to spend your “budget” on has a huge impact on whether you hit your targets and actually lose body fat.
If you’ve been struggling with constant hunger, feeling unsatisfied, or mindlessly spending calories on foods that don’t move the needle for your goals, this episode will help you become more intentional with your choices… and see better results because of it.
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