 Tailor your food according to needs
There is no magic pill and there is no one-size-fits-all food plan. Each person has a different body type and different issues to deal with. That's why you need to tailor your food plan to your needs.
Some people have arterial issues and need a diet low in fat. Some, like me, have diabetes and have to watch their carbohydrates. Others might need to limit sodium for kidney function, heart health or other reasons.
All plans have pros and cons. When you are limiting carbohydrates, there is usually a lot of cooking involved. Meat, cheese and vegetables can only go so far by themselves.
It takes some creativity and research to learn to make things from low-carbohydrate ingredients. However, this plan works well for many people, especially if they have time for food preparation.
If you choose to count calories, you will need to weigh and measure. This is essential if this is the primary method you will use to control your food intake.
In any plan, you still need to practice portion control. No matter how healthy the foods you eat are, it is possible to overdo it. I have spoken to people who feel the need to eat large quantities, no matter the food, even fruits. I have also met people who eat very healthy, natural, unprocessed foods, but their portions are too large. By simply cutting the amount they eat by 25 to 50 percent, they were able to lose weight.
If you have special dietary needs due to health concerns, you might consider getting a recommendation from your doctor for a nutritionist. In just a couple of sessions, they might be able to help you find foods you'll like but had never considered, or new ways of preparing old favorites.
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