I don't disagree with knowing what the science says, although often that seems to change from year to year. It's also important to know that I am not an aggregate, and like you said my anecdote is about what works for me, but what works for someone else is different, and what trends good in aggregate might not work for someone else for a variety of reasons (Compliance, etc).

Thats why the best diet and workout plan is the one you do consistently and commit to making your permanent diet/workout plan. Knowing the optimal science way is good, having a lifestyle you can live that achieves your goals is best.