Metabolic Type Theory Cheat Sheet

First, take Dr. Oz’s Metabolic Type Test:

 http://www.doctoroz.com/quiz/quiz-what-your-metabolism-type

When it comes to the body’s metabolism, every person has a different way of digesting and breaking down food. That is why a certain diet might work for one person, while it may not be successful for someone else. Every symptom, craving or behavior around food has a POSITIVE INTENTION; therefore symptoms, cravings and behaviors are not the problem, they are the just the best SOLUTION you have come up with so far. Take the Metabolic Test and see your results! 

Metabolic Type A

• If you’re a Type A, you love salty food, such as potato chips, and are also prone to anxiety. What you probably don’t realize is that frequent bouts of anxiety may actually be caused by your body’s reaction to eating salty or fatty foods. As a Type A, you also have a strong appetite, experience fatigue often, are talkative, and possess an outgoing personality.

o What To Eat:

§ You burn proteins more efficiently than carbs, so focus on high-quality proteins and fats and eat a lower amount of carbs

Metabolic Type B 

• If you’re a Type B, you have a strong penchant for sweets – candy, ice cream, cookies, cake, you name it. Your body is actually crying out for healthy carbs, but you’re craving sugar instead. As a Type B, you also possess a relatively weak appetite, are sensitive, driven, organized, sometimes stressed, have a caffeine dependency, and may also struggle with your weight.

o What To Eat:

§ You do best on a low-fat, relatively low-protein diet that includes mainly good carbs, plenty of fruits and vegetables, and whole grains

§ Be aware that you need low-protein as opposed to no-protein. Choose low-purine proteins that are light and lean: white-meat poultry, white fish, such as cod or flounder, and plant-based proteins including lentils and chickpeas.

§ Eat low-fat forms of dairy such as cheese, yogurt and milk.

§ To reduce your dependency on caffeine, substitute green tea for coffee

Metabolic Type C

 • If you are unable to determine whether you’re are a Type A or B and like both sweet and salty foods equally, you’re probably a Type C. Type C’s are mixed types who have fluctuating appetites, can experience fatigue, anxiety and nervousness, may suffer aches and pains, and have little trouble with weight control.

o What To Eat:

§ You can metabolize proteins, carbs and fats equally, so meals can be ⅓ protein, ⅓ carbs and ⅓ fats (all high-quality of course)