We’re highlighting some of the key ideas from one of the few nutrition books worth reading, Alan Aragon’s “Flexible Dieting.” We talk about the concept of autonomy in nutrition, empowering individuals to choose what they need, and the importance of individualizing dietary control based on goals and preferences. EXPECT TO LEARN ✦ The role of autonomy in nutrition and its impact on motivation ✦ How flexible dieting can be individualized to meet specific goals and preferences ✦ The relationship between rigid control and disinhibition in consumption ✦ The importance of tracking progress through body weight, waist circumference, and lifting strength ✦ The potential health outcomes associated with flexible dieting 🚨 Get the Lazy Macros eBook 🔗 Sign up for EC’s weekly bonus email ABOUT THE SHOW The Consistency Project aims to simplify nutrition, health, and well-being by breaking down the concepts and actions we can all take to live fuller, more functional lives. ABOUT US 📍 EC Synkowski is a Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS), a Licensed-Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), and Certified CrossFit Level 4 Coach (CF-L4). She's the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the #800gChallenge®. Find her on social media. 📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on social media. Full Disclaimer --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theconsistencyproject/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theconsistencyproject/support