recommended approach
The food and meal lists in this report have been tailored to help Steve get more of the nutrients that he is not currently getting a lot of while also helping him to meet his goal of blood sugar management with a low insulin load diet.
| 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 Steve’s diet as a proportion of the daily recommended intake (DRI) for each nutrient (including supplements).
supplements
The supplements listed below will provide Steve 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.
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 Steve’s is not getting a lot of. These are highlighted in the table below.
| nutrient | % DRI | prioritize |
|---|---|---|
| Folate | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 76% | |
| Vitamin E | 77% | |
| Zinc | 78% | |
| Potassium | 97% | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 103% | |
| Magnesium | 107% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 133% | |
| Panto Acid (B5) | 196% | |
| Sodium | 200% | |
| Iron | 204% | |
| Niacin (B3) | 232% | |
| Phosphorus | 240% |
optimal foods for you
The foods listed below will provide Steve with the nutrients that he is currently not getting in large amounts while also aligning with his goal of therapeutic ketosis . 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| butter | -4.4 | 7.18 | 2% |
| cream | -3.9 | 3.4 | 6% |
| lamb | -3.2 | 6.39 | 4% |
| liver sausage | -0.2 | 3.31 | 12% |
| bologna | -3.1 | 3.1 | 11% |
| sweetbread | -3.0 | 3.18 | 12% |
| bacon | -3.4 | 4.17 | 11% |
| sour cream | -3.8 | 1.98 | 13% |
| cream cheese | -4.0 | 3.5 | 11% |
| liverwurst | -1.3 | 3.26 | 16% |
| pepperoni | -3.1 | 5.04 | 13% |
| blood sausage | -3.2 | 3.79 | 14% |
| liver pate | -2.0 | 3.19 | 16% |
| egg yolk | -1.1 | 2.75 | 18% |
| knackwurst | -2.9 | 3.07 | 16% |
| bratwurst | -2.3 | 3.33 | 16% |
| kielbasa | -3.3 | 3.25 | 15% |
| frankfurter | -3.3 | 2.9 | 16% |
| pork ribs | -2.2 | 3.61 | 18% |
| chorizo | -2.5 | 4.55 | 17% |
| beef brains | -1.0 | 1.51 | 22% |
| duck | -2.7 | 3.37 | 18% |
| salami | -2.4 | 3.78 | 18% |
| beef sausage | -2.9 | 3.32 | 18% |
| meatballs | -2.5 | 2.86 | 19% |
| headcheese | -2.8 | 1.57 | 20% |
| pork sausage | -2.4 | 3.25 | 20% |
| lamb rib | -2.8 | 3.61 | 19% |
| limburger cheese | -3.3 | 3.27 | 19% |
| brie | -3.3 | 3.34 | 19% |
| camembert | -3.0 | 3.0 | 21% |
| feta cheese | -2.7 | 2.64 | 22% |
| goat cheese | -3.3 | 2.64 | 21% |
| cheddar cheese | -3.6 | 4.1 | 20% |
| blue cheese | -3.2 | 3.53 | 21% |
| monterey cheese | -3.7 | 3.73 | 20% |
| muenster cheese | -3.7 | 3.68 | 21% |
| colby | -3.7 | 3.94 | 21% |
| lamb brains | -0.9 | 1.54 | 27% |
Suggested seafood based foods
| food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
|---|---|---|---|
| mackerel | 0.1 | 3.05 | 14% |
Suggested plant based foods
| food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
|---|---|---|---|
| endive | 12.8 | 0.17 | 7% |
| chicory greens | 12.2 | 0.23 | 23% |
| olives | -2.5 | 1.45 | 3% |
| alfalfa | 7.6 | 0.23 | 19% |
| avocado | -0.5 | 1.6 | 8% |
| escarole | 10.4 | 0.19 | 24% |
| coriander | 13.6 | 0.23 | 30% |
| coconut milk | -3.1 | 2.3 | 8% |
| pili nuts | -1.7 | 7.19 | 7% |
| flax seed | 0.4 | 5.34 | 12% |
| coconut cream | -3.0 | 3.3 | 8% |
| macadamia nuts | -2.7 | 7.18 | 6% |
| pecans | -2.8 | 6.91 | 6% |
| sesame seeds | -1.0 | 6.31 | 10% |
| brazil nuts | -1.4 | 6.59 | 9% |
| corn bran | -2.3 | 2.24 | 12% |
| hazelnuts | -1.0 | 6.29 | 10% |
| coconut meat | -3.3 | 3.54 | 10% |
| sunflower seeds | 1.4 | 5.46 | 15% |
| pine nuts | -1.4 | 6.73 | 11% |
| beet greens | 10.8 | 0.22 | 35% |
| almonds | 0.0 | 6.07 | 15% |
| almond butter | -0.1 | 6.14 | 16% |
| walnuts | -2.4 | 6.19 | 13% |
| pumpkin seeds | 0.5 | 5.59 | 19% |
| mustard greens | 9.7 | 0.27 | 36% |
| butternuts | -1.9 | 6.12 | 17% |
| peanuts | -1.4 | 5.99 | 18% |
| peanut butter | -1.2 | 5.9 | 18% |
| blackberries | 1.9 | 0.43 | 27% |
| banana pepper | 8.2 | 0.27 | 36% |
| sesame butter | 0.4 | 5.86 | 21% |
| jalapeno peppers | 6.9 | 0.27 | 37% |
| eggplant | 4.1 | 0.25 | 34% |
| zucchini | 8.1 | 0.17 | 40% |
| raspberries | 0.6 | 0.52 | 30% |
| pistachio nuts | -1.9 | 5.69 | 22% |
macronutrients
The macronutrient split of Steve’s diet is shown in the chart below.
macro targets
While Steve’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) | 50 | 70 |
| fat (g) | 155 | 140 |
| carbs (g) | 0 | 85 |
| energy (calories) | 1800 |
Going forward the Nutrient Optimiser Smart Macros will adjust your macros on a weekly basis to ensure you are moving in the right direction.
net carbs, insulin load, insulinogenic calories
Steve’s food diary indicates he is eating 2675 calories per day with an insulin load of 134g/day and with 20% insulinogenic calories.
Insulin load is influenced by the amount of carbohydrate, protein and fibre. Lower levels can stabilise blood sugars. However, a very low insulin load diet can compromise nutrient density.
The table below shows the % insulinogenic and insulin load (based on Steve’s average calorie intake) for the Standard American Diet (SAD), the average of all people who have had their Nutrient Optimiser analysis done as well as typical levels for people managing diabetes and therapeutic ketosis.
| approach | % insulinogenic | insulin load (g) | net carbs (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| typical SAD | 54% | 338 | 281 |
| average optimiser | 29% | 165 | 73 |
| LCHF | 25% | 156 | 63 |
| therapeutic keto | 15% | 94 | 31 |
| Steve | 20% | 134 | 66 |
daily nutrient score
The chart below shows a comparison of the nutrient density of Steve’s food log based on the harder to find 50% of the essential nutrients. Steve’s most nutrient dense day is August 25 2021 while his least nutrient-dense day is January 14 2022.
best and worst days
Steve’s food diary for the best and worst days are shown below for comparison. Steve 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) |
|---|
Worst Day
| food name | energy (kcal) |
|---|
diet log analysis
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Does water consumption improve weight management?
Insulin Load (g)
Insulinogenic Calories (%)
Net Carbs (g)
Protein (g)
optimized recipes for you
optimized recipes for therapeutic ketosis
The meals listed below will provide more of the nutrients Steve is not getting in large quantities while also helping with his goal of blood sugar management.
- optimised electrolyte mix
- chicken liver mushroom pate
- lean burgers, spinach & mushrooms
- eggs, sardines, oysters & broccoli
- broccoli, egg white, mackerel, oysters & sauerkraut
- roo burgers, asparagus, avo & cucumber
- sautéed spinach with bacon
- potassium caramel salted coffee
- avocado, spinach & walnut salad
- salmon, broccoli & vege
- sautéed spinach
- cos, avocado & pine nut salad
- coffee with cream & stevia
- roasted asparagus salad with fried rice
- salmon, asparagus, spinach & mushroom
- grilled asparagus salad
- parsley & spinach salad
- asparagus basil salad
- salmon, mushrooms & bell peppers
- baked salmon & asparagus
- halibut with mixed salad & seeds
- sautéed spinach with bacon & egg
- grilled portabella mushrooms
- guacamole
- parsley & broccoli salad
- broccoli soup
- cauliflower soup
- kale guacamole
- zucchini & carrot fritters
- salmon bites
popular recipes
NOTE: these recipes are not optimized for your allergies/intolerances