Are you gaining weight during lockdown? 10 expert weight-loss solutions

Calorie (or kilojoule) counting is one of the oldest weight loss tricks in the trade, but Nadia Murdock, founder of Nadia Murdock Fit and Mindset and Movement Expert, warns that it can sometimes do more harm than good.

“Calorie counting can actually be counterproductive and create mental strain, fostering additional health problems,” she says. “With the practice of intuitive eating on the rise and focusing on portion control, many are recognising healthier ways to enjoy food,” she explains.