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In reply to the discussion: Why “Clean Eating” is a Myth [View all]Marr
(20,317 posts)33. This is very true-- the whole "clean eating" thing isn't necessary.
All that matters for weight loss is counting calories and, for athletic performance and general health, getting a good balance of macronutrients. I used to "eat clean" myself, but eventually switched over to an "If it fits your macros" approach, and still do great.
The one way in which I do believe "clean eating" is actually helpful is for people who are trying to cut calories, but are accustomed to eating more than they need. So-called "clean meals" like skinless chicken breast and steamed vegetables aren't calorie-dense, and will fill a person's stomach while providing fewer calories.
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Ha! Last time I heard that my mother's wisecrack was, "I eat like a bird. A vulture."
WinkyDink
Feb 2014
#22
Not possible. Take out calories and your body adjusts itself to need even fewer
eridani
Feb 2014
#42
Eating is a must, over eating is an addiction. For years, since I was a kid, the more you ate the
demosincebirth
Feb 2014
#52