Volumetrics Diet

According to Lisa Jones, a registered dietitian based in Philadelphia, the volumetrics diet promotes consuming nutrient-rich, low-calorie foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy. Low-calorie foods include a lot of water, which gives them more volume and makes people feel fuller. They are primarily foods high in water content, such as fruits, non-starchy vegetables, and soups. The diet recommends reducing foods with a high calorie density, such as those that include a lot of harmful fats and added sugar.

The eating plan was developed by Barbara Rolls, a nutrition professor at Penn State University. It is more of an approach to eating than a set diet. You can reduce the calorie density of your meals and learn to identify foods' caloric densities by using the book "The Ultimate Volumetrics Diet" as your guide.

Pros:

• Nutritionally sound.
  
  
• Diverse foods and flavors.
  
  
• No counting carbs, points or calories.
  
  
• Filling – it's rich in high-fiber foods.
  
  
• No off-limit foods or food groups.
  
  
• Has proven health benefits.

Cons:

• Tedious portioning, meal planning or prep.