Nutrition Plans for Picky Eaters?

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SaltNBurnBoys
SaltNBurnBoys Posts: 170 Member
in Food and Nutrition
Hey, all!

I've hit a plateau recently after nearly 30 pounds of weight loss. I have been so focused on calories in vs. calories out that I wasn't really paying attention to what I was eating. Now that my weight loss has slowed, I'd like to focus more on nutrition, but I'm a really picky eater. Most of the nutrition guides I've come across have turned me off them in the first three meals listed. Does anyone know of a good plan for picky eaters?

Thanks in advance!

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  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,071 Member
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    Yes! Eat whatever you want to eat, in portions that will keep you within your calorie goal. At the end of the day, look at your nutrition. Adjust tomorrow (portions or choice to keep your protein and fats in line.)

    It's what we all have to do.

    I don't like the same foods you do, most likely.
  • dotren
    dotren Posts: 26 Member
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    Make a comprehensive list of the foods you will eat and then hit pinterest and other sites for recipes built around those.
    You probably won't be able to find a meal plan made by someone else, but finding a good dozen or so recipes you do like might be a good way to start setting your plans up :)
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    edited May 2018
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    https://www.choosemyplate.gov/

    Make a list of the foods you like in the following categories:

    Starchy carbs
    Vegetables and fruit
    Meats/Proteins (including beans/legumes)
    Fats
    Dairy

    Then make a plate combining these five categories. You could even make a game of it making up flash cards of various foods. Shuffle and deal.

    I typically plan my meal around my chosen protein and pick my sides based on what I have in the house. I make a lot of substitutions.

    If you plan on getting less picky, try a new vegetable every week.
  • Lounmoun
    Lounmoun Posts: 8,426 Member
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    I don't see how anyone can recommend a plan when you don't say what foods you like or dislike.
    I think you'd be better off just focusing on making your own plan that includes protein, fats, grains, vegetables and fruits that you like. There are books and web sites about nutrition that can give you an idea of how much of each group to eat.
    https://www.choosemyplate.gov
    https://www.eatforhealth.gov.au/food-essentials/five-food-groups

    You could just prelog your food and see where you are lacking and adjust.

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