recommended approach
The food and meal lists in this report have been tailored to help MAURO get more of the nutrients that he is not currently getting a lot of while also helping him to meet his goal of fat loss 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 MAURO’s diet as a proportion of the daily recommended intake (DRI) for each nutrient (including supplements).
supplements
The supplements listed below will provide MAURO 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 MAURO’s is not getting a lot of. These are highlighted in the table below. We also want to prioritise nutrients that are below 500% DRI for your specific condition: hypertension, hypothyroidism, low testosterone.
| nutrient | % DRI | prioritize |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D | 21% | |
| Calcium | 43% | |
| Magnesium | 50% | |
| Vitamin C | 51% | |
| Panto Acid (B5) | 53% | |
| Potassium | 54% | |
| Zinc | 56% | |
| Omega-3 | 63% | |
| Vitamin K1 | 74% | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 81% | |
| Copper | 83% | |
| Phosphorus | 85% | |
| Vitamin E | 87% |
optimal foods for you
The foods listed below will provide MAURO with the nutrients that he is currently not getting in large amounts while also aligning with his goal of weight loss & blood sugar control . 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ham | 0.6 | 1.49 | 29% |
| lamb liver | 2.8 | 1.68 | 48% |
| lamb kidney | 2.7 | 1.12 | 52% |
| beef brains | -0.9 | 1.51 | 22% |
| lamb brains | -0.7 | 1.54 | 27% |
| liver sausage | -1.1 | 3.31 | 12% |
| egg yolk | -0.9 | 2.75 | 18% |
| milk (full fat) | 0.3 | 0.64 | 44% |
| sour cream | -2.1 | 1.98 | 13% |
| whole egg | -0.7 | 1.43 | 30% |
| sour cream (light) | -1.2 | 1.36 | 26% |
Suggested seafood based foods
| food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
|---|---|---|---|
| fish roe | 3.6 | 1.43 | 47% |
| mackerel | 1.0 | 3.05 | 14% |
| caviar | 2.2 | 2.64 | 33% |
| mollusks conch | 3.2 | 1.3 | 54% |
| trout | 2.4 | 1.68 | 45% |
| sturgeon | 1.7 | 1.35 | 49% |
| salmon | 1.8 | 1.56 | 52% |
| sardine | 0.5 | 2.08 | 38% |
Suggested plant based foods
| food name | nutrient density | energy density | insulin load |
|---|---|---|---|
| endive | 11.6 | 0.17 | 7% |
| chicory greens | 13.1 | 0.23 | 23% |
| beet greens | 12.7 | 0.22 | 35% |
| coriander | 11.9 | 0.23 | 30% |
| mustard greens | 12.6 | 0.27 | 36% |
| watercress | 15.4 | 0.11 | 65% |
| escarole | 9.7 | 0.19 | 24% |
| spinach | 11.5 | 0.23 | 49% |
| parsley | 11.2 | 0.36 | 48% |
| chard | 10.8 | 0.19 | 51% |
| turnip greens | 9.7 | 0.29 | 44% |
| arugula | 9.7 | 0.25 | 45% |
| chives | 9.6 | 0.3 | 48% |
| lettuce | 9.0 | 0.15 | 50% |
| chinese cabbage | 9.2 | 0.12 | 54% |
| broccoli | 8.8 | 0.35 | 50% |
| asparagus | 8.6 | 0.22 | 50% |
| banana pepper | 7.0 | 0.27 | 36% |
| alfalfa | 5.1 | 0.23 | 19% |
| pickles | 7.0 | 0.12 | 40% |
| cucumber | 7.0 | 0.12 | 40% |
| okra | 8.1 | 0.22 | 50% |
| collards | 6.7 | 0.33 | 37% |
| zucchini | 5.9 | 0.17 | 40% |
| red peppers | 5.9 | 0.31 | 40% |
| kale | 8.0 | 0.28 | 60% |
| cabbage | 7.4 | 0.23 | 55% |
| celery | 6.4 | 0.18 | 50% |
| summer squash | 5.7 | 0.19 | 45% |
| cauliflower | 6.1 | 0.25 | 50% |
| jalapeno peppers | 4.4 | 0.27 | 37% |
| radicchio | 7.3 | 0.23 | 68% |
| brussel sprouts | 5.4 | 0.42 | 50% |
| sauerkraut | 4.1 | 0.19 | 39% |
| eggplant | 3.3 | 0.25 | 34% |
| rhubarb | 5.4 | 0.21 | 55% |
| onions | 6.5 | 0.32 | 65% |
| radishes | 3.8 | 0.16 | 42% |
| blackberries | 2.3 | 0.43 | 27% |
| yeast extract spread | 6.4 | 1.85 | 59% |
| portabella mushrooms | 4.6 | 0.29 | 55% |
| artichokes | 3.9 | 0.47 | 49% |
| red cabbage | 4.3 | 0.29 | 55% |
| chayote | 2.7 | 0.24 | 40% |
| avocado | -0.1 | 1.6 | 8% |
| snap beans | 4.2 | 0.15 | 58% |
| white mushroom | 5.0 | 0.22 | 65% |
| olives | -1.0 | 1.45 | 3% |
| shiitake mushroom | 4.2 | 0.39 | 58% |
| amaranth leaves | 7.1 | 0.21 | 86% |
| wheat bran | 3.3 | 2.16 | 38% |
| raspberries | 1.2 | 0.52 | 30% |
| turnips | 3.2 | 0.21 | 51% |
| peas | 4.8 | 0.42 | 65% |
| spirulina | 4.8 | 0.26 | 70% |
| winter squash | 4.7 | 0.4 | 69% |
| soybeans (sprouted) | 2.8 | 0.81 | 49% |
| tofu | 1.1 | 0.83 | 34% |
| butternut squash | 5.2 | 0.45 | 75% |
| seaweed (kelp) | 5.4 | 0.43 | 77% |
| strawberries | 2.2 | 0.32 | 49% |
| coconut water | 3.8 | 0.19 | 66% |
| pumpkin | 4.9 | 0.2 | 76% |
| seaweed (laver) | 5.4 | 0.35 | 80% |
| kiwifruit | 2.6 | 0.61 | 55% |
| flax seed | 1.1 | 5.34 | 12% |
| sunflower seeds | 1.4 | 5.46 | 15% |
| edamame | 1.0 | 1.21 | 41% |
| mung beans | 3.8 | 0.19 | 74% |
| seaweed (wakame) | 4.4 | 0.45 | 79% |
| coconut milk | -2.0 | 2.3 | 8% |
| corn bran | -1.7 | 2.24 | 12% |
| carrots | 2.5 | 0.41 | 64% |
| almonds | 1.2 | 6.07 | 15% |
| gooseberries | 1.1 | 0.44 | 52% |
| almond butter | 1.1 | 6.14 | 16% |
| carambola | 1.2 | 0.31 | 56% |
| coconut cream | -1.8 | 3.3 | 8% |
macronutrients
The macronutrient split of MAURO’s diet is shown in the chart below.
protein
MAURO’s protein intake is 1.6g/kg LBM or 95g/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 MAURO’s current protein intake compares to these accepted minimum protein intake levels based on his current lean body mass.
| scenario | % calories | g/kg LBM | for you (g/day) |
|---|---|---|---|
| minimum (starvation) | ~6% | 0.4 | 24 |
| RDI/sedentary | ~11% | 0.8 | 48 |
| typical | ~16% | 1.2 | 72 |
| minimum nutrient optimiser | ~24% | 1.8 | 85 |
| MAURO | 36% | 1.58 | 95 |
macro targets
While MAURO’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) | 85 | 230 |
| fat (g) | 25 | 115 |
| carbs (g) | 0 | 80 |
| energy (calories) | 1700 |
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 MAURO’s food log based on the harder to find 50% of the essential nutrients. MAURO’s most nutrient dense day is July 11 2020 while his least nutrient-dense day is August 26 2021.
best and worst days
MAURO’s food diary for the best and worst days are shown below for comparison. MAURO 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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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 & blood sugar control
The meals listed below will provide more of the nutrients MAURO is not getting in large quantities while also helping with his goal of fat loss with and insulin management.
- optimised electrolyte mix
- potassium caramel salted coffee
- broccoli soup
- lean burgers, spinach & mushrooms
- lemon vegetables
- roo burgers, asparagus, avo & cucumber
- baked kale chips
- Hulk green smoothie
- cauliflower soup
- broccoli, egg white, mackerel, oysters & sauerkraut
- cod, veggies & pickles
- cauliflower & spinach soup
- chicken liver mushroom pate
- cruciferous juice
- halibut with mixed salad & seeds
- sautéed spinach with bacon
- salmon, chicory, sauerkraut & greens
- arugula salad
- nutty tuna salad
- parsley & spinach salad
- eggs in a vege nest with ham
- roast turmeric cauliflower
- arugula, chicory, sauerkraut & prosciutto
- Popeye bowl
- medium fat spinach omelette
- salmon, broccoli & vege
- green juice
- sautéed spinach & mushrooms
- salmon & salad bowl
- green breakfast salad
popular recipes
NOTE: these recipes are not optimized for your allergies/intolerances