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We Do Science · Nov 12, 2022 · 57 min

"Flexible Dieting" with Alan Aragon MS

Episode 181 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Flexible Dieting" with Alan Aragon MS (California State University, USA). Discussion Topics Include: Origins and evolution of flexible dieting as a field-tested method for achieving optimal body composition, health and performance Why the public are confused as to what we should eat, and why even experts disagree with each other Why scientific literacy is necessary to navigate the minefield of misinformation Why no single diet is for everyone Rigid versus flexible dietary control Dichotomous thinking: the backbone to rigid dietary control Discretionary calories: why all foods can fit when properly moderated Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to: Flexible Dieting (book) International society of sports nutrition position stand: diets and body composition Related Podcast Episodes: #100 - "Diets and Body Composition" with Alan Aragon MS and Brad Schoenfeld PhD Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

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Episode 181 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Flexible Dieting" with Alan Aragon MS (California State University, USA).

Discussion Topics Include:

  • Origins and evolution of flexible dieting as a field-tested method for achieving optimal body composition, health and performance
  • Why the public are confused as to what we should eat, and why even experts disagree with each other
  • Why scientific literacy is necessary to navigate the minefield of misinformation
  • Why no single diet is for everyone
  • Rigid versus flexible dietary control
  • Dichotomous thinking: the backbone to rigid dietary control
  • Discretionary calories: why all foods can fit when properly moderated

Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:


Related Podcast Episodes:


Check out our other podcasts, publications, events, and professional education programs for current and aspiring sports nutritionists at www.TheIOPN.com and follow our social media outputs via @TheIOPN

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