I think there is a lot of misinformation about nutrition floating around out there. There is a lot more going on besides counting calories. We have plenty of diet threads already. And they are great for helping put together a nutrition plan.

But I think we could also talk about how to fine tune a diet after we've already been at it for awhile. There are many things to consider when choosing a sources for your macros. Certain foods can have a tendency to slow down the metabolic process, others, speed it up.

I don't profess to be an expert. There are many more knowledgeable than I. Which means I hope to learn something too.

I don't want to lecture. I prefer an open discussion where we bounce ideas off one another, based on our experiences and direct knowledge.

So I'll go first.

My TDEE is around 3100 cals assuming a slightly elevated moderate activity level (1.65). My stats are 205lbs, 52 years old, male, 13% bf and six foot tall. You can recalculate my TDEE if you like. So at 3100 cals, for weeks, no movement on the scale. I made some changes to the GV of the carbs I eat (and protein source)-and even at 3400 cals a day, I'm now losing a couple of pounds a month. So from a purely caloric perspective, this doesn't make sense. I have an explanation based on detailed information and experience. But the general nutritionists will say I'm doing something wrong.

So, imho, the source of the calories will have an impact on metabolic rate, and this is something we can discuss if you like.

But I'd like to hear from you too. If we bounce ideas and experiences off each other, maybe we can learn something.

For example, I keep hearing microwave popcorn is horrible for you, and I haven't done enough research to understand why. Do you?

So let's open up the discussion.