Calories

Hunger (in the Plural)

A dog staring at a cake

July 2, 2026

We act as if there were only one kind of hunger - there are actually three, and the dietary guidelines mostly talk about number four.

How much does a calorie weigh?

A balance scale with sliding weights that must be set before a reading can be taken

May 26, 2026

Another invitation to question cause and effect — especially when it comes to losing weight.

Caloric Balance: Cause or Effect?

A classic balance scale with two arms, nearly level

April 8, 2026

An invitation to reverse the causality: why explaining weight loss through reduced calorie intake is not very helpful

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