In this episode, Dr. Scott and Tommy review research on calorie and exercise tracking. The data shows that we significantly underreport our calories and that even long-term "diet resistant" subjects have perfectly functioning metabolisms, but aren't creating the calorie deficit they think they are when dieting. The implications of these findings and how they relate to weight loss, diet outcomes, and finding simplicity and control through fasting are all discussed.   Discrepancy between Self-Reported and Actual Caloric Intake and Exercise in Obese Subjects N Engl J Med 1992; 327:1893-1898 DOI: 10.1056/NEJM199212313272701   Have a question you'd like us to answer? Click here to send it to us or leave us a voicemail we can play on the show!   Show Transcript: www.thefastingforlife.com/blog   If you enjoy the podcast, would you please tap on the stars below and consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to bring you the best original content each week. We also just enjoy reading them!   Sign up for the Fasting For Life newsletter at www.thefastingforlife.com   Follow Fasting For Life: www.facebook.com/thefastingforlife www.instagram.com/thefastingforlife