Caloric Literacy Initiative: Canada

Terry Thach / Bradley Johnston / Gordon GuyattDeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University

The epidemic

The issues

we

are

eating

too

much

The repercussions

The repercussions

The human body

The solution

Calories-in/calories-out [CICO]

Calories-in/calories-out [CICO]

Calories-in/calories-out [CICO]

Proof is in the pudding

Being realistic❖ Not a fad diet❖ Requires lifestyle change❖ Requires willpower❖ Weigh yourself once a week

at the same day and time❖ You are in control of your

own health

Thank you

Need help? I will be present at subsequent meetings to answer any questions