Meal Cycling For Weight Loss
| Monday | Average 1659 Calories | 1659 | |
| Tuesday | 1328 | ||
| Wednesday | 1991 | ||
| Thursday | 1659 | ||
| Friday | 1494 | ||
| Saturday | 1825 | ||
| Sunday | 1659 | ||
| *Calorie cycling provides same amount of calories per week, but ‘tricks’ your body by constantly changing daily calories. This helps to prevent or break plateaus. Guideline only | |||
Based on eating 5 times a day: 3 meals 2 snacks
Carbohydrates 55% Protein 25% Fat 20%
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RESULTS – AMOUNT OF NUTRIENT REQUIRED |
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Do Macro-Nutrients Matter?
There is a difference of opinion on this. Some feel that only calories count, whilst others argue that distribution of nutrients is what is important. The reality is – you must find what works for you – and to do this you have to start somewhere! If it doesn’t work – try something else. Several fitness experts feel that extremes (such as very low carb, and very low fat, are only appropriate for a small section of the population).
Getting It In Context
Here’s a quick look at what the gram values are for some common items: (note that we are not delving into the nutritional quality aspects here – such as sodium, calcium, breakdown of fats, ingredients etc…)
| Carbohydrate | Protein | Fat | |
| McDonalds Big Mac & Large Fries | 116g | 31g | 55g |
| 1 Slice of Super Supreme Pizza from Pizza Hutt | 28g | 13g | 17g |
| 4oz (113g) skinless boneless chicken breast, 1 cup brown rice (cooked), 1 cup broccoli | 43g | 38g | 5.5g |
