91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ

Home91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏFAQsBlog
Home
>
Blog
>
Nutrition
>
Counting Calories

Explore all topics

Well-Being

Weight Loss for Women

Stress

Strength Training

Stable Blood Sugar

Quick Workouts

Sleep

Protein

One Size Doesn't Fit All

Nighttime

Whole Nutrition

Morning

Metabolic Health

Metabolic Experiments

Low-Glycemic Diet

Keto

Low Carb

Glucose Metabolism

HIIT

Intermittent Fasting

Healthy Lifestyle

Glucose Tracking

Glucose 101

Fruits & Vegetables

Food Data & Logging

Foods to Eat

Foods to Avoid

FAQs

During the Day

Doctor-recommended

Energy

Diets

Dinner

Dietitian-recommended

CGMs

Blood Sugar & Exercise

Counting Calories

Blood Sugar & Foods You Eat

Breakfast

Anaerobic Exercise

Is Calorie Counting A Good Way To Lose Weight And Reach Health Goals?

Can you lose weight by counting calories and achieving a daily caloric deficit (burn more calories than you consume)? Probably. But counting calories is the harder, not smarter, approach to weight loss. 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ experts discuss calorie counting as an approach to weight loss.

Counting Calories: Why Am I Not Losing Weight In a Calorie Deficit?

CICO diets are flawed for a few reasons. Read on to find out why counting calories in and out isn't the best approach for sustainable weight loss.

Published on:

August 10, 2021

Woman holding an iPhone for counting calories in the salad she will eat.
Nutrition
Featured

Latest Articles

woman weighing on scale
Weight Loss

Is BMI a Fair Health Metric? Understanding Its Limitations and Alternatives

Caroline Thomason

June 3, 2025

healthy salad
Nutrition

Introduction to Macros: Understanding Macronutrients and Their Role in Nutrition

Kelsey Kunik, RDN

May 5, 2025

food in cups
Nutrition

The Science Behind Food Logging

Caroline Thomason

April 30, 2025

vegetarian recipes
Nutrition

Quick and Easy Vegetarian Recipes

Rebecca Washuta

February 19, 2025

weight loss programs
Weight Loss

Top 4 Weight Loss Programs for 2025

Rebecca Washuta

February 19, 2025

Low sugar protein bars
Nutrition

10 Best Low Sugar Protein Bars, According to a Dietitian

Caroline Thomason

December 5, 2024

Carbs vs calories
Weight Loss

Carbs vs Calories: Which Should You Count for Weight Loss?

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, MS, RD

November 18, 2024

Do vegetables make you gain weight
Nutrition

Do Vegetables Make You Gain Weight? Overeating Vegetables

Rebecca Washuta

November 15, 2024

Person grabbing a slice of bread
Nutrition

Are Carbs Bad for Weight Loss? Good Carbs vs. Bad Carbs

Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD

November 8, 2024

Man drinking soda
Nutrition

Acesulfame Potassium: What Is It and Is It Good for You?

Kelsey Kunik, RDN

November 6, 2024

Weight Loss

Does Fat Turn into Muscle? How to Lose Body Fat Effectively

Sarah Zimmer, PT, DPT

August 15, 2024

A Starbucks cup
Nutrition

17 Healthy Starbucks Drinks: Options and Nutrition Tips

Kelsey Kunik, RDN

August 1, 2024

A spoonful of sweetener
Weight Loss

Maltitol: What Is It and Is It Safe for You?

Kelsey Kunik, RDN

July 15, 2024

A glass of seltzer water
Nutrition

Is Seltzer Water Bad for You? Health Risks and Benefits

Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD

July 1, 2024

signos takeout thursday what to order at dunkin donuts
Nutrition

What to Order at Dunkin’ Donuts, According to a Registered Dietitian

Alicia Buchter

June 27, 2024

signos takeout thursday what to order at kfc
Nutrition

What to Order at KFC, According to a Registered Dietitian

Alicia Buchter

June 27, 2024

A plate of chicken and vegetables
91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ 101

The 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ Plate Method

Kelsey Kunik, RDN

June 18, 2024

Nutrition

14-Day Keto Diet Meal Plan and Tips

Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD

June 18, 2024

fruits-on-baskets
Nutrition

Best Fruits for Weight Loss That Will Keep You Healthy

April Benshosan

January 4, 2024

couple-in-the-kitchen-testing-their-blood-sugar
91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ 101

What Affects Blood Sugar: Factors Of Blood Sugar Swings

April Benshosan

December 23, 2023

sugar-cubes-in-glass-jar
Nutrition

Sucralose vs. Aspartame: Key Differences and Health Impacts

Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD

December 18, 2023

bowl-filled-with-healthy-ingredients
Recipes

12 Delicious Buddha Bowl Recipes

Victoria Whittington, RDN

December 5, 2023

lots-of-bottles-in-the-wall
Nutrition

9 Lowest- Calorie Alcoholic Drinks for Weight Loss

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, MS, RD

November 27, 2023

bananas-and-bread-ready-to-eat
Recipes

Low-Carb, Low-Glycemic Banana Bread Recipe

Mia Barnes

November 27, 2023

a-family-eating-at-the-table
Nutrition

15 Light Thanksgiving Appetizers to Try This Year

Mia Barnes

November 15, 2023

cutting-the-dough-to-make-cookies-in-pumpkin-shape
Recipes

Healthy Pumpkin Cookies with Almond Butter

Rebecca Washuta

November 14, 2023

bowl-of-yoghurt-with-fruits
Recipes

10 High-Fiber Breakfast Ideas to Start Your Day Right

Mia Barnes

November 13, 2023

group-of-vegetables-in-a-table-with-pasta-on-jars
Nutrition

How to Count Macros: Easy Guide for Beginners

Sarah Zimmer, PT, DPT

November 13, 2023

gravy-tasty
Nutrition

Low-Glycemic Keto Gravy Recipe

Mia Barnes

October 25, 2023

girl-with-bowl-of-yogurt-and-fruit
Nutrition

20 Best Travel Snacks To Keep You Healthy

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, MS, RD

October 24, 2023

meatloaf-in-kitchen
Nutrition

The Best Low-Glycemic and Low-Carb Meatloaf Recipe

Mia Barnes

October 23, 2023

person-barefoot-scale
Fitness

Steroids Weight Gain and How to Avoid it

Sarah Zimmer, PT, DPT

October 22, 2023

hands-holding-cauliflower
Nutrition

Creamy and Delicious Low Carb-Keto Mashed Cauliflower

Rebecca Washuta

October 16, 2023

different-mexican-dishes
Nutrition

18 Healthy Mexican Food Recipes, Approved by Dietitians

Victoria Whittington, RDN

October 15, 2023

bowl-with-a-vegan-diet
Nutrition

Vegan Diet for Diabetes: Tips for Success

Victoria Whittington, RDN

October 12, 2023

ground-beef-in-bowl
Nutrition

Ground Turkey vs Ground Beef: Which One Is Healthier?

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

October 11, 2023

making-scones
Nutrition

Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Scones Recipe

Victoria Whittington, RDN

October 10, 2023

girl-working-out-dumbell
Fitness

How Long Does It Take to Get Fit Again? Get In Shape

Sarah Zimmer, PT, DPT

October 9, 2023

little-cherries
Nutrition

5 Healthy Candy Options and How to Spot Them

Victoria Whittington, RDN

October 3, 2023

signos-body-signals-podcast-art
Podcast

From Oatmeal to Apples, Five Lessons I've Learned About My Metabolism from 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ

Bill Tancer

October 3, 2023

woman-at-dinner-party-eating-salad-drinking-wine
Glucose

Carb Counting: How Many Carbs Can a Diabetic Have Daily?

Rebecca Washuta

September 26, 2023

candy-different-colors
Nutrition

Best Gluten-Free Candy Options: A Complete Guide

Victoria Whittington, RDN

September 25, 2023

juicy-meat
Nutrition

What Are BCAAs? Uses, Benefits, and Side Effects

Sarah Zimmer, PT, DPT

September 25, 2023

pumpkins-at-sun
Nutrition

How to Eat Pumpkin Seeds: Nutrition and Ideas

Victoria Whittington, RDN

September 20, 2023

pizza-chips-burger-and-soda-on-white-table
Nutrition

Empty Calories: The Truth and How to Avoid Them

Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD

August 24, 2023

woman-holding-glass-of-carrot-orange-and-ginger-juice
Recipes

Top 8 Delicious Juicing Recipes for Weight Loss

Rebecca Washuta

July 10, 2023

close-up-of-hand-holding-fork-eating-healthy-bowl-with-smoothie
Nutrition

Body Reset Diet Uncovered: What it is, How it Works & Benefits

Rebecca Washuta

June 28, 2023

Close-up-of-hands-eating-carb-loaded-meals
Nutrition

Carb Cycling: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Laura M. Ali, MS, RDN, LDN

May 23, 2023

Different-types-of-natural-sushi-rolls-and-nigiris-on-plate
Nutrition

Is Sushi High in Saturated Fat? An Expert Weighs In

Victoria Whittington, RDN

April 24, 2023

Doctor-creating-meal-plan
Weight Loss

Does Medical Weight Loss Work? Choosing The Best Program

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, MS, RD

March 5, 2023

Healthy breakfast
Recipes

15 Healthy Christmas Breakfast Recipes

Laura M. Ali, MS, RDN, LDN

December 12, 2022

Chef pouring olive oil into pan
Nutrition

6 Healthiest and Worst Oils to Cook With And Why It Matters

Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD

November 16, 2022

Dish of pasta
Nutrition

7 Glucose-friendly and Healthy Pasta Alternatives

Sarah Bullard, MS, RD, LD

October 27, 2022

a variety of cheeses on a wood table
Nutrition

Can Cheese Be Good for Metabolic Health?

Caitlin Beale, MS, RDN

July 25, 2022

woman drinking a green smoothie
Weight Loss

Are Smoothies Good for Weight Loss? Health Benefits

Laura M. Ali, MS, RDN, LDN

June 29, 2022

Woman walking down city street while talking on phone
Fitness

Walking for Weight Loss: Maximize Fat Burning

Leann Poston, MD, MBA, M.Ed

June 9, 2022

A man bending down to pick up a barbell, a weightlifting exercise that burns calories
Fitness

How Many Calories Does Weightlifting Burn?

Amelia Sharp

October 28, 2021

Body Signals Podcast
Podcast

Why Diets Work, But the Weight Comes Back

Bill Tancer

August 10, 2021

Woman holding an iPhone for counting calories in the salad she will eat.
Weight Loss

Counting Calories: Why Am I Not Losing Weight In a Calorie Deficit?

Sabrina Tillman

August 10, 2021

Explore all topics

Well-Being
Weight Loss for Women
Stress
Strength Training
Stable Blood Sugar
Quick Workouts
Sleep
Protein
One Size Doesn't Fit All
Nighttime
Whole Nutrition
Morning
Metabolic Health
Metabolic Experiments
Low-Glycemic Diet
Keto
Low Carb
Glucose Metabolism
HIIT
Intermittent Fasting
Healthy Lifestyle
Glucose Tracking
Glucose 101
Fruits & Vegetables
Food Data & Logging
Foods to Eat
Foods to Avoid
FAQs
During the Day
Doctor-recommended
Energy
Diets
Dinner
Dietitian-recommended
CGMs
Blood Sugar & Exercise
Counting Calories
Blood Sugar & Foods You Eat
Breakfast
Anaerobic Exercise
A black woman wearning a grey tank top extending her arms over her head with her elbows bent. She's wearing a CGM and a 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ sports cover on her left arm.An older white woman crouching down, tying her shoe. She's in a gym and is wearing a grey sports bra and black shorts, and has a CGM and a 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ sports cover on the tricep of her left arm. A man tying his shoe.A middle-aged white man wearing a black tank top with a CGM and a 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ sports cover on his left tricep. He's taking a group exercise class and stretching his left deltoid by pulling his left arm across his chest and pulling on his left forearm with his right hand.

Tune into your body's signals

Take control of your health with data-backed insights that inspire sustainable transformation.

Your body is speaking; now you can listen.

Home

About

91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ

FAQs

Blog

Careers

Social
Don't miss out!
Sign up to be the first to know about special offers and exciting 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ news.
Thanks for subscribing!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Copyright © 2025 91¸ßÇåºÚÁÏ This product is used to measure and analyze glucose readings for weight loss purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent pre-diabetes, diabetes, or any disease or condition, nor is it intended to affect the structure or any function of the body. Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions