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729: Why Counting Calories Doesn’t Work (And What Actually Controls Hunger) with Dr. Jason Fung
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- Energized with Dr. Mariza
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- Mar 17, 2026
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Summary
There’s SO much more to a healthy diet than calories in vs. calories out. That’s why in today’s episode, I’m joined by renowned physician and metabolic health expert Dr. Jason Fung to unpack the science of hunger and why we’ve totally dropped the ball on healthy eating habits in today’s society. We dive into the concept of food noise and explore the different types of hunger—especially the environmental and conditioned cues that are quietly driving your eating habits. Dr. Fung explains how awareness of these triggers can be a powerful first step in shifting your relationship with food so you can feel healthier than ever before. Drawing from insights in his book The Hunger Code, he shares practical strategies to help you identify your triggers and regain control over your appetite. Tune in here for some empowering tools to feel confident and amazing in your body again! Dr. Jason Fung Dr. Jason Fung is a physician, researcher, and New York Times best-selling author currently practicing in Toronto. His books, including The Obesity Code, The Complete Guide to Fasting, The Diabetes Code, and The Cancer Code, challenge conventional thinking and offer loads of dietary strategies to improve overall health. He’s the co-founder of The Fasting Method, which provides the education, tools, and community needed to successfully implement intermittent fasting. He’s also the medical director of The Diabetes Code Clinic in Toronto, focused on type 2 diabetes remission. IN THIS EPISODE The importance of focusing on your hunger over calorie counting Breaking our conditioned responses to eating Looking at the social context and environmental factors for hunger What’s really triggering your hunger cues Best tips for avoiding ultra-processed foods Dr. Fung’s 3 golden rules of weight loss Lif…