12/01/2024
The Fat Loss Hierarchy 📉 Do you know what is most and least important for fat loss? 🤔
1️⃣ Calories - the most important factor when trying to lose weight. You must be in a calorie deficit to lose weight. That is non negotiable. In simple terms, eat less in calories than the calories you expend.
2️⃣ Protein - everyone's best friend when it comes to fat loss. Protein makes us feel fuller for longer and helps muscle recovery after training.
3️⃣ Carbohydrates - this is our main source of energy. It is required for a healthy and balanced diet and helps in increasing performance in general activity.
4️⃣ Fat - the least important macronutrient in fat loss. However, it plays some importance in maintaining a healthy immune system.
5️⃣ Sleep - this is very often overlooked, however tiredness is often linked to over-eating. Getting 7-9 hours sleep a night also helps with cognitive function.
6️⃣ Nutrition Timing - this is of little to no importance. However, spacing out your meals and snacks is advisable.
7️⃣ Micronutrients - the most important being Fibre of which we would ideally look for 30g+ in out diet per day.
8️⃣ Supplements - these should only really be used for deficiencies and as a last resort. Ideally, all our essential vitamins and minerals should come from a healthy diet.
9️⃣ Meal Frequncy - plays no role within fat loss.
