PART E: TRANSLATING THE SCIENCE INTO DIETARY GUIDANCE
Table E-1. Essential Elements of Weight Loss
The energy you get from consuming food should be less than the energy you expend. Caloric intake must be decreased to attain weight loss. -
Caloric reduction, regardless of macronutrient distribution, can result in weight
loss.
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A diet based on the basic food groups may be safer and easier to follow on a long-term
basis while providing adequate amounts of essential nutrients and limiting saturated
and trans fats and cholesterol.
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Increased physical activity will use up more energy, which can help in weight reduction.
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Adapted from ASCM Position Stand "Appropriate Intervention Strategies for Weight Loss and Prevention of Weight Regain in Adults."
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