Definitely don't want to be a calorie counter - this is for sure, but if you're actively trying to cut, you DO need to calorie count (to a relatively accurate degree) and even if not, you should still do a precise diet log so you KNOW how much you're actually getting. People often think they're only using 1 serving of something when it's often many times more than that...sauces and dressings are the worst for it. Knowing what serving sizes actually look like will help be a smarter eater.