The food and meal lists in this report have been tailored to help Robert get more of the nutrients that he is not currently getting a lot of while also helping him to meet his goal of building muscle and being paleo.
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 |
The chart below shows the micronutrients provided by Robert’s diet as a proportion of the daily recommended intake (DRI) for each nutrient (including supplements).
The supplements listed below will provide Robert with the nutrients that he is not getting enough of until he is able to improve the nutrient density of his 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.
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.
Going forward, we want to prioritise the micronutrients that Robert’s is not getting a lot of. These are highlighted in the table below.
nutrient | % DRI | prioritize |
---|---|---|
Calcium | 98% | |
Omega-3 | 100% | |
Zinc | 136% | |
Vitamin E | 146% | |
Panto Acid (B5) | 155% | |
Thiamin (B1) | 189% | |
Niacin (B3) | 190% | |
Magnesium | 206% | |
Phosphorus | 211% | |
Sodium | 232% | |
Vitamin B12 | 233% | |
Potassium | 237% | |
Vitamin B6 | 242% |
The foods listed below will provide Robert with the nutrients that he is currently not getting in large amounts while also aligning with his goal of lean bulking . The foods are ranked in descending order of priority (from the top of the page to the bottom).
food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
---|---|---|---|
lamb liver | 9.3 | 1.68 | 48% |
lamb kidney | 8.3 | 1.12 | 52% |
beef liver | 6.4 | 1.75 | 60% |
veal liver | 6.5 | 1.92 | 55% |
pork liver | 5.5 | 1.65 | 59% |
chicken liver | 6.0 | 1.72 | 50% |
beef kidney | 4.9 | 1.57 | 52% |
turkey liver | 4.6 | 1.89 | 47% |
pork chops | 2.3 | 1.74 | 54% |
turkey heart | 2.5 | 1.74 | 47% |
veal | 1.2 | 1.51 | 65% |
lamb heart | 2.2 | 1.61 | 48% |
pork shoulder | 1.4 | 1.62 | 56% |
beef heart | 1.5 | 1.79 | 52% |
chicken breast | 1.1 | 1.48 | 60% |
leg ham | 1.2 | 1.65 | 56% |
ground beef (lean) | 1.1 | 1.44 | 60% |
ground pork | 1.0 | 1.85 | 54% |
sirloin steak (lean) | 0.8 | 1.77 | 57% |
food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
---|---|---|---|
oysters | 6.3 | 1.02 | 59% |
crab | 4.6 | 0.83 | 71% |
octopus | 3.5 | 1.64 | 71% |
lobster | 3.8 | 0.89 | 71% |
fish roe | 5.1 | 1.43 | 47% |
mussel | 4.3 | 0.86 | 63% |
tuna | 3.9 | 1.84 | 52% |
cod | 1.5 | 2.9 | 71% |
anchovy | 3.9 | 2.1 | 44% |
salmon | 3.6 | 1.56 | 52% |
pollock | 2.3 | 1.11 | 69% |
welk | 0.3 | 2.75 | 82% |
crayfish | 2.4 | 0.82 | 67% |
trout | 3.3 | 1.68 | 45% |
shrimp | 1.9 | 1.19 | 69% |
halibut | 2.1 | 1.11 | 66% |
caviar | 3.3 | 2.64 | 33% |
clam | 1.2 | 1.42 | 73% |
herring | 3.2 | 2.17 | 36% |
mollusks conch | 2.4 | 1.3 | 54% |
sardine | 2.9 | 2.08 | 38% |
haddock | 1.1 | 1.16 | 71% |
whiting | 1.3 | 1.16 | 66% |
sturgeon | 2.4 | 1.35 | 49% |
rockfish | 1.1 | 1.09 | 66% |
white fish | 0.4 | 1.08 | 70% |
food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
---|---|---|---|
watercress | 8.4 | 0.11 | 65% |
seaweed (laver) | 5.7 | 0.35 | 80% |
seaweed (wakame) | 4.8 | 0.45 | 79% |
spinach | 7.1 | 0.23 | 49% |
yeast extract spread | 4.6 | 1.85 | 59% |
amaranth leaves | 3.7 | 0.21 | 86% |
white mushroom | 5.1 | 0.22 | 65% |
asparagus | 5.7 | 0.22 | 50% |
okra | 5.4 | 0.22 | 50% |
coriander | 6.4 | 0.23 | 30% |
beet greens | 6.1 | 0.22 | 35% |
seaweed (kelp) | 2.8 | 0.43 | 77% |
chicory greens | 6.8 | 0.23 | 23% |
chinese cabbage | 4.6 | 0.12 | 54% |
shiitake mushroom | 4.1 | 0.39 | 58% |
portabella mushrooms | 4.4 | 0.29 | 55% |
spirulina | 3.1 | 0.26 | 70% |
mustard greens | 5.2 | 0.27 | 36% |
chard | 4.1 | 0.19 | 51% |
butternut squash | 2.0 | 0.45 | 75% |
parsley | 4.1 | 0.36 | 48% |
pumpkin | 2.1 | 0.2 | 76% |
zucchini | 4.5 | 0.17 | 40% |
garlic | 0.1 | 1.49 | 89% |
radicchio | 2.5 | 0.23 | 68% |
endive | 6.7 | 0.17 | 7% |
poi | -0.5 | 1.12 | 97% |
broccoli | 3.4 | 0.35 | 50% |
mung beans | 1.8 | 0.19 | 74% |
turnip greens | 3.8 | 0.29 | 44% |
pinto beans | 1.1 | 0.22 | 83% |
lettuce | 3.4 | 0.15 | 50% |
shallots | -1.1 | 3.48 | 80% |
winter squash | 1.7 | 0.4 | 69% |
arugula | 3.5 | 0.25 | 45% |
kale | 2.3 | 0.28 | 60% |
peas | 1.8 | 0.42 | 65% |
escarole | 4.8 | 0.19 | 24% |
banana pepper | 3.9 | 0.27 | 36% |
lemongrass | -0.7 | 0.99 | 93% |
candied fruit | -2.6 | 3.22 | 98% |
red peppers | 3.3 | 0.31 | 40% |
chives | 2.6 | 0.3 | 48% |
taro | -0.8 | 1.42 | 85% |
raisins | -2.2 | 2.96 | 89% |
summer squash | 2.8 | 0.19 | 45% |
cauliflower | 2.4 | 0.25 | 50% |
jerusalem-artichokes | -0.6 | 0.73 | 87% |
dried currants | -2.2 | 2.83 | 88% |
leeks | -0.3 | 0.61 | 83% |
celery | 2.3 | 0.18 | 50% |
dried apples | -2.5 | 3.46 | 86% |
sunflower seeds | 1.2 | 5.46 | 15% |
The macronutrient split of Robert’s diet is shown in the chart below.
While Robert’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) | 135 | 275 |
fat (g) | 30 | 170 |
carbs (g) | 0 | 140 |
energy (calories) | 2650 |
Going forward the Nutrient Optimiser Smart Macros will adjust your macros on a weekly basis to ensure you are moving in the right direction.
The chart below shows a comparison of the nutrient density of Robert’s food log based on the harder to find 50% of the essential nutrients. Robert’s most nutrient dense day is January 27 2018 while his least nutrient-dense day is January 27 2018.
Robert’s food diary for the best and worst days are shown below for comparison. Robert 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) |
---|---|
Spinach, Raw | 26 |
Aidells, sausage, pork, cajun style andouille | 160 |
Eggs, Cooked | 273 |
Frontera, Gourmet Mexican Tomatillo Salsa, Medium | 10 |
Kerrygold, Salted Butter | 150 |
Kraft,Four Cheese Mexican, Finely Shredded Cheese | 130 |
Tomato, Canned | 12 |
Cabbage, Green, Raw | 18 |
Beans, great northern, mature seeds, canned | 119 |
Green Bell Peppers, Raw | 24 |
Olive Oil | 95 |
Soup, Stock, Chicken, Home-Prepared | 35 |
Chicken Breast, Skin Removed Before Eating | 196 |
Chicken Thigh, Skin Removed Before Cooking | 196 |
Mixed Nuts, without Peanuts, Salted | 697 |
Brie Cheese | 284 |
Oat Bran, Dry | 87 |
Spinach, Raw | 55 |
Worst Day
food name | energy (kcal) |
---|---|
Spinach, Raw | 26 |
Aidells, sausage, pork, cajun style andouille | 160 |
Eggs, Cooked | 273 |
Frontera, Gourmet Mexican Tomatillo Salsa, Medium | 10 |
Kerrygold, Salted Butter | 150 |
Kraft,Four Cheese Mexican, Finely Shredded Cheese | 130 |
Tomato, Canned | 12 |
Cabbage, Green, Raw | 18 |
Beans, great northern, mature seeds, canned | 119 |
Green Bell Peppers, Raw | 24 |
Olive Oil | 95 |
Soup, Stock, Chicken, Home-Prepared | 35 |
Chicken Breast, Skin Removed Before Eating | 196 |
Chicken Thigh, Skin Removed Before Cooking | 196 |
Mixed Nuts, without Peanuts, Salted | 697 |
Brie Cheese | 284 |
Oat Bran, Dry | 87 |
Spinach, Raw | 55 |
How much protein will maximise satiety?
How much fat will maximise satiety?
Should you eat more or less carbs?
How many net carbs will maximise satiety?
How much fiber will maximise satiety?
What macros contribute the most to you overeating?
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)
The meals listed below will provide more of the nutrients Robert is not getting in large quantities while also helping with his goal of building muscle.
NOTE: these recipes are not optimized for your allergies/intolerances