Men in Midlife: You Probably Need to Eat More, Not Less
When most men in midlife think about losing weight or getting healthy, the first instinct is to eat less. Skip breakfast. Cut calories. Try intermittent fasting. Maybe just have a coffee and tough it out until lunch.
Sound familiar?
This might feel like discipline, but the truth is: many men are unknowingly under-eating—especially when it comes to nutrients, not just calories. And it’s wrecking their energy, hormones, metabolism, and long-term health.
Let’s break this down.
The Truth About Alcohol and Midlife: The “Beer Belly” Mystery Solved
Between managing careers, family life, and the occasional existential crisis, you might be wondering if that “beer belly” isn’t just a figment of your imagination but a very real consequence of your favourite evening drink.
Ah, alcohol—our beloved elixir of relaxation. But did you know that your favourite drinks could be sneaking in more than just a buzz?
Breaking the Calorie Counting Trap: Prioritising Quality Weight Loss
In the quest for weight loss, many of us have fallen into the calorie-counting and macro-tracking trap.
We diligently monitor our food intake, restrict calories, and meticulously calculate our macronutrient ratios, all in the pursuit of shedding those stubborn pounds.
And yes, while these approaches often result in weight loss on the scale, the quality of that weight loss is rarely considered.
It's time for a paradigm shift because not all weight loss is healthy.
Does food timing matter? Why eating more calories at night increases body fat.
Personal training constantly debate the idea that "a calorie is a calorie" and you need to "eat less to lose weight." Many people still believe that the only way to lose weight is to "eat less and move more."