This. Tried many diets, patterns, IF, etc... Only calorie counting worked and managed to lose 18kg (40 lbs). Calorie counting builds habits, makes you aware of

This. Tried many diets, patterns, IF, etc... Only calorie counting worked and managed to lose 18kg (40 lbs). Calorie counting builds habits, makes you aware of what you eat and is a long term solution (rather than quick fix). Someone once told me that if you want to lose weight but you tried and failed that means you haven't reached the right mindset yet.