A few suggestions

by Laura Kelesy
(Western Australia)

Hi Steve,

I found this article really good. It gives good nutritional points for people to assess and work on in their own lives.

Here's a few more suggestions:

1. Try good carbohydrates for example brown rice, wild rice, whole meal pasta, multigrain or wholegrain bread, museli, oats etc as better options, as they are low GI. People still believe to reduce or cut out carbs are the way to go for weight loss and that is not the case.

2. With regards to shakes, yes they are convenient, but the average person probably won't know what to look, with reference to type of protein that is available on the market, I was thinking perhaps metioning a protein bar, there is a wide range of bars available on the market and can be carried with you all the time.

3. And just one more suggestion on the portion size, the way I portion my lunch and dinner is to not go out side the rim/trimming/pattern on the side of the plate. 50% salad or steamed vegies, 25% carb, ususally a medium size potato, or 1/3 cup of brown rice, 25% protein, any meat- high grade, no skin, little sauces. If you still feel hungry half the plate size and 25% vegies or salad, 12.5% carbs, 12.5% protein. And remember, keep all foods to one level on the plate, don't create a mountain. If you think it's not enough add some more vegies.

I have read a lot of articles that tell me different things and I get confused. I have found your book 'Look Good, Feel Great' to be fantastic, very in-depth and precise. A great buy.

Kind Regards,

Laura Kelsey