Counting the Number of Calories in a Pound of Fat

Summary: Have you ever heard that you need to burn 3,500 calories to lose one pound of fat? Or that eating 500 fewer calories a day is the magic trick for weight loss? It turns out, this rule is based on old math from 1958!

Everyone's body burns energy differently based on age, sleep, and genetics. Instead of stressing over every single calorie on your fitness app, focus on eating a balanced plate full of protein and fiber. Also, try lifting weights! Building muscle naturally speeds up your metabolism, meaning you burn more energy even while you are just sitting around. Ditch the strict calculator math and focus on healthy habits that actually last.

For more details, see Cleveland Clinic at health.clevelandclinic.org/how-many-calories-in-a-pound (opens in new tab)