recommended approach
The food and meal lists in this report have been tailored to help Steph get more of the nutrients that she is not currently getting a lot of while also helping her to meet her goal of fat loss.
| approach | average glucose (mg/dL) | average glucose (mmol/L) | selected |
|---|---|---|---|
| therapeutic ketosis | > 140 | > 7.8 | |
| diabetes management | 108 to 140 | 6.8 to 7.8 | |
| weight loss & blood sugar control | 100 to 108 | 5.4 to 6.0 | |
| weight loss | < 97 | < 5.4 | |
| most nutrient dense | < 97 | < 5.4 | |
| nutrient dense maintenance | < 97 | < 5.4 | |
| lean bulking | < 97 | < 5.4 | |
| athletic performance | < 97 | < 5.4 |
micronutrient profile
The chart below shows the micronutrients provided by Steph’s diet as a proportion of the daily recommended intake (DRI) for each nutrient (including supplements).
supplements
The supplements listed below will provide Steph with the nutrients that she is not getting enough of until she is able to improve the nutrient density of her diet.
Most people do not meet the recommended intake vitamin D from their food so ensuring adequate sun exposure and vitamin D supplementation is important.
nutrient ratios
The graphs below show the key micronutrient ratios in your diet. The Nutrient Optimiser uses the micronutrient ratios as a safety check to make sure that you’re emphasising foods or meals that might worsen these micronutrient imbalances. For more details about micronutrient ratios check out article.
nutrients to prioritise
Going forward, we want to prioritise the micronutrients that Steph’s is not getting a lot of. These are highlighted in the table below.
| nutrient | % DRI | prioritize |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | 4% | |
| Iron | 7% | |
| Calcium | 8% | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 10% | |
| Manganese | 16% | |
| Selenium | 24% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 25% | |
| Phosphorus | 27% | |
| Folate | 29% | |
| Magnesium | 29% | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 32% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 33% | |
| Zinc | 37% |
optimal foods for you
The foods listed below will provide Steph with the nutrients that she is currently not getting in large amounts while also aligning with her goal of weight loss . The foods are ranked in descending order of priority (from the top of the page to the bottom).
Suggested animal based foods
| food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
|---|---|---|---|
| chicken liver | 10.9 | 1.72 | 50% |
| pork liver | 10.0 | 1.65 | 59% |
| lamb kidney | 9.3 | 1.12 | 52% |
| turkey liver | 8.5 | 1.89 | 47% |
| beef liver | 8.0 | 1.75 | 60% |
| veal liver | 8.0 | 1.92 | 55% |
| beef kidney | 7.4 | 1.57 | 52% |
| lamb liver | 7.1 | 1.68 | 48% |
| turkey heart | 6.0 | 1.74 | 47% |
| lamb lungs | 3.0 | 0.95 | 58% |
| beef tripe | 2.3 | 1.03 | 55% |
| lamb heart | 2.5 | 1.61 | 48% |
| pork chops | 2.4 | 1.74 | 54% |
| bison | 2.2 | 1.71 | 53% |
| lean pastrami | 1.7 | 0.95 | 72% |
| 1.3 | 0.41 | 64% | |
| beef heart | 2.1 | 1.79 | 52% |
| turkey gizzard | 1.8 | 1.55 | 57% |
| mozzarella (non fat) | 1.6 | 1.41 | 55% |
| egg white | 0.9 | 0.52 | 74% |
Suggested seafood based foods
| food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
|---|---|---|---|
| oysters | 7.6 | 1.02 | 59% |
| mussel | 6.7 | 0.86 | 63% |
| octopus | 5.6 | 1.64 | 71% |
| fish roe | 5.0 | 1.43 | 47% |
| crab | 3.7 | 0.83 | 71% |
| caviar | 3.7 | 2.64 | 33% |
| mollusks conch | 2.8 | 1.3 | 54% |
| crayfish | 2.5 | 0.82 | 67% |
| clam | 2.6 | 1.42 | 73% |
| lobster | 2.2 | 0.89 | 71% |
| salmon | 2.6 | 1.56 | 52% |
| halibut | 2.2 | 1.11 | 66% |
| welk | 3.1 | 2.75 | 82% |
| pollock | 1.8 | 1.11 | 69% |
| rockfish | 1.8 | 1.09 | 66% |
| flounder | 1.3 | 0.86 | 57% |
| sardine | 2.0 | 2.08 | 38% |
| white fish | 1.4 | 1.08 | 70% |
Suggested plant based foods
| food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
|---|---|---|---|
| spinach | 11.4 | 0.23 | 49% |
| amaranth leaves | 9.2 | 0.21 | 86% |
| chinese cabbage | 8.7 | 0.12 | 54% |
| asparagus | 8.3 | 0.22 | 50% |
| watercress | 8.0 | 0.11 | 65% |
| beet greens | 7.9 | 0.22 | 35% |
| seaweed (laver) | 7.8 | 0.35 | 80% |
| coriander | 7.7 | 0.23 | 30% |
| endive | 7.6 | 0.17 | 7% |
| lettuce | 7.2 | 0.15 | 50% |
| white mushroom | 6.6 | 0.22 | 65% |
| okra | 6.3 | 0.22 | 50% |
| arugula | 6.2 | 0.25 | 45% |
| chicory greens | 6.2 | 0.23 | 23% |
| parsley | 6.3 | 0.36 | 48% |
| chives | 6.1 | 0.3 | 48% |
| yeast extract spread | 6.5 | 1.85 | 59% |
| seaweed (kelp) | 5.6 | 0.43 | 77% |
| turnip greens | 5.5 | 0.29 | 44% |
| portabella mushrooms | 5.5 | 0.29 | 55% |
| escarole | 5.4 | 0.19 | 24% |
| wheat bran | 6.4 | 2.16 | 38% |
| chard | 5.1 | 0.19 | 51% |
| spirulina | 5.1 | 0.26 | 70% |
| mustard greens | 5.1 | 0.27 | 36% |
| alfalfa | 5.0 | 0.23 | 19% |
| seaweed (wakame) | 5.0 | 0.45 | 79% |
| zucchini | 3.9 | 0.17 | 40% |
| snap beans | 3.7 | 0.15 | 58% |
| onions | 3.8 | 0.32 | 65% |
| mung beans | 3.7 | 0.19 | 74% |
| cucumber | 3.6 | 0.12 | 40% |
| pickles | 3.6 | 0.12 | 40% |
| sauerkraut | 3.6 | 0.19 | 39% |
| celery | 3.3 | 0.18 | 50% |
| broccoli | 3.2 | 0.35 | 50% |
| shiitake mushroom | 3.0 | 0.39 | 58% |
| cauliflower | 2.9 | 0.25 | 50% |
| peas | 2.9 | 0.42 | 65% |
| collards | 2.8 | 0.33 | 37% |
| banana pepper | 2.6 | 0.27 | 36% |
| jalapeno peppers | 2.6 | 0.27 | 37% |
| red cabbage | 2.5 | 0.29 | 55% |
| lemongrass | 2.9 | 0.99 | 93% |
| radicchio | 2.4 | 0.23 | 68% |
| brussel sprouts | 2.4 | 0.42 | 50% |
| kale | 2.3 | 0.28 | 60% |
| radishes | 2.2 | 0.16 | 42% |
| summer squash | 2.2 | 0.19 | 45% |
| pinto beans | 2.2 | 0.22 | 83% |
| cabbage | 2.0 | 0.23 | 55% |
| red peppers | 1.7 | 0.31 | 40% |
| turnips | 1.5 | 0.21 | 51% |
| artichokes | 1.4 | 0.47 | 49% |
| tofu | 1.4 | 0.83 | 34% |
| oat bran | 2.2 | 2.46 | 65% |
| edamame | 1.4 | 1.21 | 41% |
| beets | 0.9 | 0.43 | 70% |
| rhubarb | 0.8 | 0.21 | 55% |
| pumpkin | 0.7 | 0.2 | 76% |
macronutrients
The macronutrient split of Steph’s diet is shown in the chart below.
protein
Steph’s protein intake is 0.5g/kg LBM or 25g/day.
The average protein intake for all people who have had a Nutrient Optimiser analysis done is 1.9g/kg LBM, with half of the population sitting between 1.4 and 2.5g/kg LBM.
Generally accepted minimum protein intake levels are shown in the table below. Higher levels are required to support lean body mass if you are more muscular and/or more active.
The table below shows how Steph’s current protein intake compares to these accepted minimum protein intake levels based on her current lean body mass.
| scenario | % calories | g/kg LBM | for you (g/day) |
|---|---|---|---|
| minimum (starvation) | ~6% | 0.4 | 20 |
| RDI/sedentary | ~11% | 0.8 | 40 |
| typical | ~16% | 1.2 | 60 |
| minimum nutrient optimiser | ~24% | 1.8 | 70 |
| Steph | 3% | 0.50 | 25 |
macro targets
While Steph’s primary focus should be on nutrient density, the table below shows the macro ranges required to achieve a reasonable level of nutrition. These ranges can be entered in Cronometer as a guide.
| macros | lower limit | upper limit |
|---|---|---|
| protein (g) | 70 | 200 |
| fat (g) | 20 | 90 |
| carbs (g) | 0 | 105 |
| energy (calories) | 1500 |
Going forward the Nutrient Optimiser Smart Macros will adjust your macros on a weekly basis to ensure you are moving in the right direction.
daily nutrient score
The chart below shows a comparison of the nutrient density of Steph’s food log based on the harder to find 50% of the essential nutrients. Steph’s most nutrient dense day is May 27 2018 while her least nutrient-dense day is May 27 2018.
best and worst days
Steph’s food diary for the best and worst days are shown below for comparison. Steph should try to eat more of the foods towards the top and less of the ones towards the bottom of these tables.
Note: If you don't see worst and best days please upload your servings.csv file from Cronometer. Cronometer API doesn't allow individual foods to be imported.
Best Day
| food name | energy (kcal) |
|---|---|
| Butter, Salted | 1793 |
| Avocado Oil | 482 |
| Coconut Oil | 608 |
| Avocado, Green Skin, Florida Type | 365 |
| Chicken Thigh, Skin Eaten | 136 |
Worst Day
| food name | energy (kcal) |
|---|---|
| Butter, Salted | 1793 |
| Avocado Oil | 482 |
| Coconut Oil | 608 |
| Avocado, Green Skin, Florida Type | 365 |
| Chicken Thigh, Skin Eaten | 136 |
diet log analysis
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How much sugar should you eat to lose weight?
Which days of the week are best/worst for you?
Does water consumption improve weight management?
Insulin Load (g)
Insulinogenic Calories (%)
Net Carbs (g)
Protein (g)
optimized recipes for you
optimized recipes for weight loss
The meals listed below will provide more of the nutrients Steph is not getting in large quantities while also helping with her goal of fat loss.
- chicken liver mushroom pate
- quick fish salad with mussels
- lean burgers, spinach & mushrooms
- eggs, sardines, oysters & broccoli
- lemon vegetables
- salmon & salad bowl
- roo burgers, asparagus, avo & cucumber
- broccoli, egg white, mackerel, oysters & sauerkraut
- cod, veggies & pickles
- chicken liver, eggs & greens
- broccoli, egg whites, mackerel, mussels
- halibut with mixed salad & seeds
- liver & eggs
- sautéed spinach with bacon
- broccoli soup
- Hulk green smoothie
- sautéed spinach & mushrooms
- cauliflower & spinach soup
- Ahi tuna & asparagus
- super salad with golden turmeric dressing
- medium fat spinach omelette
- potassium caramel salted coffee
- quick mackerel salad
- pork loin in green salsa with cauliflower
- salmon, broccoli & vege
- eggs, cottage cheese, mushrooms, asparagus & bok choy
- garlic & chilli prawns
- tuna, salad & sprouts
- eggs in a vege nest with ham
- Popeye bowl
popular recipes
NOTE: these recipes are not optimized for your allergies/intolerances