METABOLISM: THE BASICS | Nutrition 101 Ep. 10

[@mmaallory]

I would be so interested to see a video with your perspective on BMI and the push from medical providers to fall within a certain weight range. Your videos on intuitive eating have been super inspirational for me, thank you!

[@Kx____]

yes me too!

[@chellzc3933]

A video on this would be great!

[@JulieDiana1992]

What do you think about intermittent fasting? How fast does the body slow down the metabolism due to not eating? Like how long does it take for our body to adapt?

[@dianneroy3208]

Julie Diana I was going to ask the same question. I will be interested in her perspective on this

[@d26s10]

Me too, I’d like to know this. There’s also information out there than women shouldn’t intermittent fast for more than a couple of days a week and go no longer than 14 hours without food. What is a dietitian’s view on this?

[@brentgreenroyd1170]

I also would love to hear your perspective on IF!!

[@MissElizaabeth]

Yes please!!

[@jamvin5647]

I’d like to know too!

[@livbalduf6900]

Just wanted to say that it is SO REFRESHING to have RDs like you who are preaching true health! Feeling good, eating to care for your body, and moving to feel good are so very important. It is due to people like you that I have regained my sanity. I have come to appreciate what my body can do for me. Through respecting and listening to my body I have found enjoyment in food and love in exercise again. Thank you so much for spreading the good word! As someone who is on track to become a MD I will take this information with me and to my patients one day. Keep doing what you do ❤️ we are all grateful

[@jayhulrs1435]

Becca your videos just make me feel good about food. I love the comment that our bodies will fluctuate. That seems like such common sense but we have these expectations of always fitting into the same pants or being the same size. Other videos talking about what to eat, diet rules, restriction, just leave me with anxiety. Yours make me feel like a big sigh of relief. Love your message. You totally deserve 100k followers.♡♡♡

[@asedoris]

Becca, I love that you are encouraging people to stop disordered eating and dieting. What a beautiful message about loving your body and taking care of it. Can you please consider doing a video on intermittent fasting? I am very curious to hear your thoughts!

[@cindyweckel4358]

Congrats on hitting 100K!!! I am totally obsessed with your videos-I have been bingewatching since I discovered you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@vendeta1100]

What are your thoughts in intermittent fasting?

[@baaby84]

What do you think is the best way to lose body fat without slowing down your metabolism? Thanks!

[@fusiion29]

Its not completely possible to not have metabolism slow down when losing fat as your body adapts to a lower calorie intake. Some studies suggest that the best sustainable fat lose should be down with a small deficit with breaks taken in between where you eat at your maintenance calories. For example, Have a 250-500 calorie deficit for 2 weeks, then eat at maintenance for two weeks and go back and forth between the two. It may be a good idea to have shorter periods of deficits in between longer periods at maintenance.

[@fusiion29]

Higher protein intakes are also recommended during periods of caloric deficits

[@ccap3211]

fusiion29 that makes sense, but it seems like it would take forever to lose weight that way.

[@fusiion29]

sustainable weight loss takes time. Anything that promises quick results is usually bogus and ineffective in keeping weight off long term. Pair good eating habits with consistent resistance training, and the results are sure to come

[@ccap3211]

fusiion29 that’s so hard though. Seeing results is what keeps people motivated and if results are slow to come people typically give up because they haven’t seen any changes.

[@nicoled8266]

HI Becca I used to watch your videos a while ago and have just recently 'rediscovered' you and am so glad I have. I think you've really found your voice … congratulations Becca I wish you all the success.

[@Juliezeneth]

i have been loving your videos! you cover such great topics and give amazing advice 💕

[@chiurosanna5073]

Yeah, I know this day would come. 100K subscribers, Becca. You deserve much more. Congrats and looking forward to more great and informative videos.

[@simplyhealthwithmarissa]

Congrats on reaching 101K subscribers!! I love your videos and have truly learned so much about how to best take care of my body with the food I eat! Thanks for making these videos :) Have a happy weekend!

[@clairejones1020]

I love your videos! They motivate me to eat healthy and take care of myself without obsessing over what I look like.

[@jilliangrammer2238]

Loving these and taking notes! Thank you for making these and making sense while explaining everything!

[@maddiex012]

Becca, I recently found your channel and I love your videos. I love how real you are! I have gotten into the "health world" about 5 years ago. My weight has never been low, I've always been a curvy girl. I love my body and I try to look at food and halthy living the way you seem to. It's so nice to find someone on youtube with similar views as myself. Btw, I just started making my own kombucha today...you inspired me!! Thank you for all that you do.

[@mollykate9656]

Such such a great message. Thank you Becca for preaching listening to our bodies!

[@tiffanygracemarie7947]

I just stumbled upon your channel and I love it. This video gave me such a perspective shift. Thank you!

[@jigglypuff4ever]

One of best videos I’ve watched. Thank you for the self love ♥️♥️♥️

[@gailfreese3849]

Love your videos! There is so much information to learn. Would you consider doing a video on post menopause; how it affects the hormones and what a good food plan would look like?

[@bedhead824]

Love this! I'd also be curious as to how someone should switch from restricting to actually fueling their bodies. I've been dieting so long that I'm overwhelmed with where to start!

[@jimeneztrejo1]

I'd love to believe that you're right. However, I take very good care of myself: I eat greens and fruit and whole grains, I limit my intake of processed carbs and rarely eat sugars. I work out 3-5 times a week on top of living a pedestrian life (I walk everywhere) and still I'm about 50 pounds overweight. My bloodwork doesn't indicate any deficiency, my hormones and thyroid readings came out great. What the hell is my body trying to tell me!?

[@Kx____]

great information! thanks! love these 101 series, they are SO helpful!

[@stephn9649]

Hi there! I’m new to your channel and did some binge watching on some of your food hauls and what I eat in a day vids. Curious and maybe I didn’t watch enough of your videos, but I didn’t see you mention a lot of dairy in your diet. Like yogurt, string cheese, milk etc. I’d love a video on healthy consumption of dairy. There a so many different options on dairy consumption, I’d love your opinion!!

[@marybellyification]

AMAZING. In just in one word. I love your videos. Just keep on with your amazing work!!!!!!

[@timhickey7318]

!thank you for inspiring me to eat smart, clean and healthy!

[@d26s10]

What a fabulous video. Really enjoyed it. You explained something scientific very well to the lay person, I can tell you’re super passionate about your job. I watched because I’m in my healthy range yet I’m about to embark on a slow ‘bulk’ of upping my calories to build more muscle in the gym. I will then cut them down steadily to lean out, both of which won’t be long term as I believe in switching things up every 10-12 weeks to meet my fitness goals. This was a ‘going back to basics’ video for me to get inspiration and be reminded of the fact that we are indeed different and everyone is to celebrated in their own way. Do you workout and eat to maintain your shape Becca or have you ever experimented with gaining muscle/leaning down?

[@thebeautyshell194]

Would love if you could do a video for on how to cut back and loose weight eating healthy, but quick meals, or even what's best to order when going out to eat. It's hard sometimes because my kids 2 teenagers and husband are not big on a lot of veggies, they don't really like salad , so my meal planning because boring, any advise for this?

[@Kunani27]

Pls keep posting and sharing valuable info! :)

[@ashleysnell1440]

Focus on feeding the SOUL! LOVE THAT!

[@Florette439]

Becca I always love your videos, they’re so interesting! I love what you say but I have a question. So, I know that we all have a set point our body wants to be at, and that we should accept our body just the way it is, but at the same time, doctors are constantly telling us that overweight people are at higher risks for diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. So my question is, shouldn’t some people try to lose weight for health reasons? Not hating, I’ve just been wondering about this issue lately and would love to have the opinion of a RD who doesn’t approve of diet culture.

[@ericaerdahl1469]

In case Becca doesn’t answer, I will be an RDN in a year and have some input to your question. Doctors are extremely knowledgeable about diagnosing and prescribing treatment for disease. However, they do not have extensive training and knowledge in preventative nutrition. Studies have also shown an incredible weight bias among physicians. While there is truth and evidence behind disease being related to overweight and obesity in many cases, it is extremely problematic to ever assume that someone is unhealthy based on weight alone and even more problematic to loosely advise someone to lose weight without proper support and nutrition education. Doctors are not evil people, but rather, the system the exist within is just messy. Fortunately, there are rising numbers of Dietitians joining the workforce who hopefully will work to dispel the myths regarding nutrition and dieting!

[@CrystalLynn815]

It depends on the individual. Obese people are at a higher risk, but people who are “skinny fat” can be as well. Doctors usually won’t say anything to people in the latter category, because they don’t look big. For me personally, heart disease runs in my family. I’ve noticed if I get a lipid test when I’m eating healthier fats like extra virgin olive oil, avocado and salmon, it will be optimal. When I’m eating a lot of processed foods and refined oils, my lipid tests will worsen to suboptimal. Intuitively, processed foods can taste better, are faster, more convenient and sometimes even digest better than whole unprocessed foods. I really have to use my knowledge of my individual health to make better food choices. Frankly, if I only ate based on intuitive feel, I wouldn’t make the best choices for my health.

[@ericaerdahl1469]

CrystalLynn815 Intuitive eating has nothing to do with only eating what tastes and sounds good all the time. In fact, it highly encourages making nutritious food choices that nourish our bodies most of the time. The intuitive part has much more to do with the timing of eating and amount of food eaten. It’s about listening to hunger and satiety cues and really tuning in to food and how it tastes and makes you feel. Unlike dieting though, intuitive eating leaves room for ALL foods. If you want to eat an extra large slice of cake, intuitive eating say “yes, you should!”. Because normal eating consists of eating both what is nutrient dense and healthful and nutrient poor and unhealthy some of the time.

[@misskellie2]

Erica Erdahl Perfect answer!

[@CrystalLynn815]

Erica Erdahl Diet is simply the kinds of food that a person eats. So one could say there’s a spectrum with disordered, highly restrictive eating on one end and immediate pleasure seeking eating on the other end. You could say intuitive eating is somewhere in the middle where you’re health conscious but still allow the freedom to indulge. That’s not “anti-diet.” It’s a method of food intake, therefore it IS a diet. It’s just the age-old “eat a balanced diet” being rebranded into something trendy.

[@angelachavira8595]

So I have high cholesterol. Bad genes plus not eating right. I'm 36 yrs old and already thin. I'm not trying to lose weight at all. How can I gain weight while I'm watching what I eat and doing cardio 3-5 times a week? I'm excited to learn to eat better and take care of myself but I can't afford to lose any weight. Suggestions??

[@x0taylorrrx3]

Could you make make a video or talk about condiments? Lol seems so silly but I'm so stuck on added sugars/bad ingredients in ketchups, mustards, salad dressings, oils, even nut butters!

[@gracejacobs1711]

I’d love to see another video added to the skinny series! I miss those. Thanks for all you do 💕

[@hollybate3158]

a big one for me: why do i let other people’s opinions govern my body, when i am the only one living in it? this is my space, and may i always seeks safety and sanctity within me. speaking this into existance. hope all is well with you all. 💫💛

[@studiosamantha1810]

Where's the pretty flashing diffuser from?

[@michellesheffield3182]

Hey Becca! I’m wondering about taking collagen. I’ve been interested because of the benefits of healthy skin/ slowing the signs of aging. Just wanted to know your opinion. Thanks! :)

[@conniemartinez6096]

Hello (: I was wondering what was your opinion on herbalife? I've done my own research but there's good & bad stories on the product, I would like to hear your input. Thank you ☺

[@daminamontoya8749]

I love ur channel...am binge watching and have SO many questions. I would love to see a video on supplements.. specifically these “beauty collagen peptides” .. and how to ahop for supplements or vitamins and what makes them safe etc. Also, i know this topic might be controversial but what is ur take on medicine? Antibiotics? Ive had such a bad run with abtibiotics and taking too many and have suffered some consequence all because I’ve been overprescribed meds. Im so excited about ur channel!! Also maybe an overall immune boost foods video? Cant wait to see whats coming xo

[@sarahaharper]

Absolutely loving your content!

[@nutmegsmama]

Yay! Love your back with this

[@Rose_-_HH123]

Great information Becca, this series is great

[@lilsahsgirlie09]

Do you have any tips for someone who had there gallbladder removed (mine was hereditary as I was in good health when it got infected)? I can’t really eat eggs or red meat without getting sick. I’ve started taking b12 because my energy was so low and I was constantly fatigued. Also does working our brain (new job, learning, etc.) burn calories?

[@txdave]

Bridgetennis going vegan might be for you!

[@fahadabdulaziz6318]

Hey Becca did you stop you skinny on series ??

[@emilystoff559]

Just because your on a diet doesn’t mean your starving yourself.... maybe for someone it does, but I just replace the bad foods I was eating with healthy foods when I’m hungry. This ”diet” of mine is turning into a lifestyle because I am so happy eating this way and taking care of it. I’m nowhere near starving myself.

[@tarynpulver9251]

Emily Stoff If it’s your lifestyle then it’s not a diet :)

[@lenajazuk4231]

I have been restricting for a number of years so how do I restore my metabolism?

[@lidiyaalexandra3934]

lena jazuk Slowly increase your calories and eat whole/unprocessed foods that are nourishing to the body! Focus on getting your calorie intake back up but do it gradually.

[@lenajazuk4231]

Lidiya Kosmin Thanks😊 That’s what I eat and how gradually? I’m eating about 1100 a day

[@xflona]

love this series :)

[@Juliezeneth]

Flona G. 💕

[@josefinefunch2945]

‪I get that you are trying to scare people off diets, but as I have anorexi and I’m trying to recover, it’s kinda scary to hear that one’s metabolism might never recover and be as it was before. It makes me scared to gain a shit ton of weight tbh. ‬

[@tarynpulver9251]

Josefine Funch Your metabolism doesn’t slow down permanently! She just meant that when you come out of your caloric deficit, it could be slower, and then you have to work to build your muscle back up and speed your metabolism back up, just to be at the point you were when you started. Take care of your body and it will work properly, no need to worry! :)

[@dvdmon]

I'm not sure how much evidence we have that our metabolisms significantly slow down based on losing weight. Yes, if you are in a severe caloric deficit and you are actually starving, then your body intentionally does things to decrease caloric expenditure (moving less), but in terms of utilizing the calories you are eating, I don't think you get more or less calories out of the same food, which is what it sounds like you are inferring. I'm surprised you don't talk here about set points, since that seems to be more indicated by the evidence for why/how weight loss stops on calorie-restrictive diets. IE, a 180 lb body needs 2,242 calories to maintain that, but you eat 1,992 calries to get a 250 calorie/day or 1750 calorie/week deficit, you'll lose weight initially, but by the time you are 140 lbs, those same 1992 calories will only be enough to maintain that weight, so unless you further reduce calories, you will stop losing. I'm not suggesting calorie counting/restriction is a good method of weight loss either. I agree that eating a good balance of foods and staying away from foods that are ultra-processed (and thus ultra-addictive), as well as simply limiting foods that are calorie-dense (IE very high in fat) while increasing foods that are high in fiber will naturally keep your caloric consumption in check...

[@rachael8807]

Any suggestions on how you can get your body out of starvation mode? I was diagnosed with gastroparesis (not diabetic) a few years ago and lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks because I couldn’t eat and hit a super low weight since I was always a healthy weight prior to that. Now that it’s under control and I can eat, I’m wayyyy over my pre illness weight and just keep gaining no matter what I try. Any tips are greatly appreciated!

[@tarynpulver9251]

In case she doesn’t respond - eat more often! Small meals and small snacks. Take in enough calories to let your body know it’s ok, but make it Whole Foods so that your body can function properly. Good luck!

[@debsenritchedrefuge603]

Just listened and got lots of info.... Although there was A Very ANNOYING beeping ringing sound in the background of you whole video. It was enough to subconsciously be heard and annoying! Just to let you know for future recording. This is the first one I listened to so far! Thanks for info

[@houseofhutton3294]

So what do you advise for losing weight without a calorie deficit then? Some people, like me, actually do need to lose weight, as you know. I do believe in set point theory and am not looking to be skinny, I already do what you said and eat small portions of clean and healthy foods (mainly veg and protein) and exercise (spinning, 5ks etc). But still. It’s not healthy for me to be 224 pounds which I am currently.

[@joycooper4023]

❤️❤️❤️loved❤️❤️❤️

[@kristinlopez2771]

Are you a certified nutritionist/dietitian? A genuine question.

[@kellyaddessa1924]

You should be a college professor!! You explain things so well.

[@dianneroy3208]

We need to stop looking at other people's bodies and wanting to be like them. I hate it when you see women pulling up their shirt and showing their 6 pack. It is so unachievable for most of us and just causes so much anxiety for us. We don't need to look like somebody else. As you said, feed our bodies with real food, nourish it, move, even if it is walking for 20 minutes a day, because for me that is all I can do. Great video

[@ahahaahaha9001]

You are awesome and beautiful and loving and caring~!

[@Michele31274]

Ummmmmm can you be my Nutritionist?! 🤔😆☺️

[@RosesareRed38]

As some one who is slightly chubby and a lot of my clothes don't fit me anymore because I stopped counting calories/macros for a year and GAINED fat I find this video offensive. I didn't like your previous video either. Seriously considering unsubscribing. As some one who battles to control their weight I find this offensive. As some one who's thighs rub together when they gain even a few extra kilos, I'm sorry but this video is enraging! Some people can eat healthy and be okay with it, but other people need to diet okay? I used to be a UK size 8 and now I'm a size 12. I think in America that's a size 4 and now I'm a size 8. And no, dieting doesn't cause starvation mode! You wanna see starvation mode? Go to Africa or India or Haiti. That's what real starvation mode is. So sick of this word being thrown around so casually.

[@tarynpulver9251]

RosesareRed38 She doesn’t believe in counting macros because it’s not maintainable for life (which is why you stopped). That’s a perfect example of why diets don’t work! You don’t have to rely on a diet, just start experimenting in the kitchen, find some healthy recipes you enjoy and can eat forever! I used to be a size 12 and now I’m a 4 (US) and I just got here by finding vegetables I love and eating them non stop! And finally finding exercise I enjoy. You deserve to be happy! Diets are all about unhappiness - being unhappy with your body - doing things that make you unhappy as if in the end it will make you happy! That doesn’t make any sense! Find healthy foods that fuel your body that you ENJOY eating. Keep watching Becca’s videos because she has LOADS of information on how our bodies work - and knowledge is power! When you learn how your body is supposed to work, you will be more aware of what you’re eating and how it will affect you. You’ll also know what you need to incorporate more of. You can do this! You don’t need a point system! Just BE happy - don’t get happy. Enjoy life, and food, and movement. Your body will work with you, not against you!

[@RosesareRed38]

Taryn Johnson I'm already content with where i am thank you. Yes I know I won't be counting calories for the rest of my life, but for now, whilst I get the hang of losing weight I need to. Infact I never used to count calories or macros until recently and it's been life changing to see how much I was eating and how I need to meet my daily protein requirements. I went on holiday and didn't count calories for three weeks, but focused more on protein and didn't lose any muscle. I have a body analyser scale to prove this. I find calorie counting has helped me. Before that I couldn't seem to change my body. I only have 27lbs to lose and at 5' 4" I shouldn't weigh this much it makes my legs heavy. Losing weight is more about how it makes me feel, less about looks (and because I need to fit back into my clothes before they rot away). I find Beccas anti dieting rants to be double standards because she's so slim herself! Also, I already eat healthy, I'm known as the health guru in my family so yeah I get plenty of veggies, healthy fats, complex carbs, protein etc.

[@RosesareRed38]

karolina Herrera your comment doesn't make sense, I am doing something about it. I'm counting calories and macros and feel better knowing what's going in my body. Ofcourse I won't do this for the rest of my life but it's fine for the next few months. I'm losing 0.5-1 lb a week. Seeing her videos pop up in my recommendations is what's irritating.

[@tarynpulver9251]

RosesareRed38 if you’re content with where you are why are you trying to lose weight?

[@RosesareRed38]

Taryn Johnson you clearly didn't read how I feel when I gain weight. Please reread the above cause I won't type it all up again. I meant Im content with where I am in terms of my weight loss. Not my current body or health.

[@thedude288]

Just watched your Why I wont go Vegan vid.. All I heard was me, me, me me , me, me.. Just say it you like how animals taste and you don't have the self control to it up!!

[@Florette439]

thedude this video is all about positivity and you’re bringing your negativity... this community is not a negative one, so I suggest leaving your condescending comments somewhere else 🙅🏻‍♀️

[@thedude288]

Negativity?? I strive to live a healthy, cruelty free lifestyle.. You live in a fantasy world where you have "positive vibes" and "good karma" meanwhile you pay someone to murder 1 month old calves, and other innocent, vunerable, sentient beings ..,