| It is no secret that obesity is an epidemic in the United | | | | you to a dietitian. Your dietitian will be able to work out |
| States, so naturally it seems that just about everyone | | | | a plan based on your nutritional and caloric needs. For |
| is on a diet at one time or another. And of course, | | | | example, if your Dr finds that you have high cholesterol |
| there are so many diet plans out there that it is hard to | | | | or are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes then the |
| decide which is the best diet plan. However, if you look | | | | appropriate plan would be designed for you. |
| at it another way, dieting is not a one-size-fits-all | | | | Whether you work with a dietitian or try to lose weight |
| endeavor. | | | | on your own, keep in mind that what might work for |
| We all have different nutritional needs. Even those | | | | one person wont necessarily work for you, and fad |
| who follow the same weight loss plan such as Weight | | | | diets that promise quick weight loss and tell you to |
| Watchers need to tailor the plan so that it is right for | | | | stay away from specific food groups are not a good |
| them. For example, a nursing mom following the | | | | idea. So unless your Dr suggests avoiding certain |
| Weight Watchers plan would have different caloric | | | | foods then go ahead and eat the foods that you |
| needs than a woman who isn't nursing, and some | | | | enjoy in moderation. Just be sure to eat a good variety |
| women require more calcium than others depending | | | | of nutritious foods such as whole grains, lean protein, |
| on age. | | | | low fat dairy and healthy fruits and vegetables most |
| The Best Diet Plan | | | | of the time. Websites such as MyPyramid.gov offer |
| When it comes right down to it, what is the best diet | | | | tools to help you personalize a meal plan based on |
| plan for you? One way to find out is by visiting your | | | | your nutritional needs. |
| health care provider for a physical who can then refer | | | | |