Have you ever seen Canada geese flying in a V formation? One side of the V is usually longer than the other. Do you know why that is?

There are more birds in it.

Yes, it is a silly joke, but it makes a good point. Just because something is true does not make it useful.

If you are gaining weight or struggling to slim down, someone might tell you that you are consuming more calories than you burn. Thanks, but is thermodynamics the right thing to focus on here?

The more important questions:

• Why are you consuming too many calories?
• What can you do to burn more calories?

Which facts do not help you achieve your goals? What you should you focus on instead?