Volume eating

Volume eating focuses on choosing high-volume, lower-calorie foods that help you feel full while maintaining a calorie deficit or controlled intake. It’s useful for men aiming to lose fat or stay lean without constant hunger, while still supporting training performance and body composition goals.

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Volume eating: How to lose weight by eating more food, not less

Volume eating: How to lose weight by eating more food, not less

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Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 02, 2025 · 12 min read

Volume eating can help you lose weight by centering meals on low–energy density foods (fewer calories per gram), letting you eat a similar volume, trigger fullness signals, and still reduce total calorie intake. Here’s how to use big, fiber- and water-rich portions without shortchanging protein, healthy fats, energy, or your relationship with food. “Volume eating ...

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