Lesson 1: The Balancing Act: Calories and Weight

Welcome back mama! Last time, we chatted about action plans. Today, let's understand the science behind weight loss. Imagine your body is like a balloon—what happens when more air goes in than out? That's right, the balloon gets bigger! The same goes for calories and weight: if more calories go in than out, our bodies get bigger.

Activity: Balancing Marbles

Imagine marbles representing calories. When you take in more (blue marbles) than you burn (red marbles), you gain weight. If it's balanced, your weight stays the same. Burn more than you take in, and you lose weight!

Key Takeaway:

• To lose weight, burn more calories than you take in.

Ready for more? Let's move on!