Weight Loss Articles Directory
In this section you can find an extensive resource of weight loss, nutrition and fitness related articles. Plus some useful links to other sites.
Real Life Nutrition Questions Answered
printReal Life Fitness Questions Answered
Emma Brown
Nutritionist
Janet Aylott
Nutritionist
Kelly Marshall
Fitness Consultant
Q.
What's the best split of calories?
Hi. I am fairly new to your system but have been sticking to my cal limit per day, actually have come under my 1,500 daily target on most days without much effort (I am 5'8" and 11 stone 10 with a 10lb weight loss goal) and I am still feeling satisfied. I did Weight Watchers a few years back and it was successful over an 8 month period of losing about 1lb a week but I remember feeling that sticking to the points system was very restrictive, ie, I often felt not satisfied and so ability to maintain it became harder. My question is should I be considering a balance between fat/protein/carbs in order to reach my weekly weight loss goal? I think I eat very sensibly with balance of meats/vegs (ie, not using half my cal a day on pudding or alcohol) but wondering if my weight loss would be faster if I balanced my food differently? If I am within my daily limit does it matter that much the split? Sticking to 1500 cal a day doesn't seem like torture so I want to make sure I am doing all that i can to aid my weight loss as I am off to a very slow start. Thank you.
A.
Our expert says...
If you’re eating a healthy diet which comprises of starchy carbs, fruit and vegetables at every meal, a couple of portions of protein (meat, fish etc.) and a couple of portions of low fat dairy products a day, your proportion of nutrients will automatically be healthy without you having to worry too much about it. The most important thing to keep a watch on and keep in check is your fat intake which this site helps you to keep a track of automatically.
If you’re finding your weight loss is stuck you might find (though there's not good scientific evidence for this) that upping your protein slightly might help. Protein is satiating and eting more combined with moderate portions of carbohydrates that are the slower releasing type (e.g. pulses, grainy bread, brown rice and whole-wheat pasta) may give you the edge. BUt overal it's the calories that count and it doesn't mater too much where you get them from when thinking of weight loss alone!
Disclaimer
You are advised to seek medical advice before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle with an aim of weight loss. This website and the content provided should not be used by persons under 18, by pregnant or nursing women, or individuals with any type of health condition, except under the direct supervision of a qualified medical professional. The information contained in these articles, and elsewhere on this website, is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not intended to replace, and does not constitute legal, professional, medical or healthcare advice or diagnosis and may not be used for such purposes. Continue...
FREE diet profile
Nutracheck Blog
Read about all things topical and trending in the world of calorie counting, weight loss and weight maintenance
About Nutracheck
Nutracheck is a top-rated food diary App and website. We track calories and 7 key nutrients - carbs, sugar, fibre, protein, fat, saturated fat and sodium. Our mission is to give our members insight into what they are eating to empower them to make more informed food choices. We've been helping people achieve their weight management goals since 2005.
WINNER Help Scout's 2021 Customer Service Awards
WINNER App Growth Awards 2020 - Fastest Growing App
WINNER UK IT Industry Awards 2018 - Mobile App of the Year
WINNER UK App Awards 2018 - Health & Fitness App of the Year
WINNER UK App Awards 2018 - Food & Drink App of the Year
