What is the best type of diet to lose body fat while maintaining lean muscle mass?
The best diet for weight loss with muscle maintenance is also the safest diet and one that can be followed for a lifetime: 1. Restrict calories by 300-500 daily, aiming for a 1-2 lb weekly weight loss, but not so low that the body goes into starvation mode. 2. Involve yourself in a fitness program to boost metabolism and health benefits. 3. Choose and eat a variety of food to meet the body’s nutritional need. 4. Journal your daily food intake to keep track of how much and when you eat throughout the day. 5. A breakdown of Carbs/Protein/Fat should be tracked on a day to day basis. This should be part of your journal. A good range would be: Carbs- 45-65% Protein – 10-35% Fat – 20-35% 6. Start today and adjust your Carbs/Protein/Fat % depending on your specific needs to reach your weight goals.
