Nutrition Guide
Nutrition Guide
BY LUISAGIULIET
We’ve all been there - wanting to lose fat, build muscle, or simply feel
healthier, but not knowing where to start. Nutrition often feels like the
hardest part, and it’s easy to fall into the yo-yo effect or give up when
everything feels overwhelming. What most people forget is that real
progress comes with patience, consistency, and a balanced approach.
That’s why getting familiar with the basics can really pay off.
This guide is here to simplify the process - helping you choose foods
that leave you energized, strong, and satisfied, while showing you
different ways to get closer to your dream body.
There are no strict rules - intuitive eating can be a great and healthy
way to work towards your dream body by helping you listen to your
body and build a positive relationship with food. However, learning to
balance your calories and nutrients provides a clear understanding of
fat loss and muscle building principles. It helps you achieve a healthier
balance and reach your goals faster and more effectively.
Remember, every small step you take counts. Appreciating each one
will make the journey even better. You’re doing great - even when you
face setbacks. They are part of the process, and you should never feel
bad about them. Keep going - you’ve got this!
To calculate your TDEE, start by estimating your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
using the Mifflin-St Jeor Formula:
For women:
BMR = 10 × weight (kg) + 6.25 × height (cm) - 5 × age (years) - 161
When to Stop:
Stop recomping if your progress slows.
What’s Next:
If losing fat becomes a priority, switch to cutting. If your main
goal is to build muscle, move to bulking.
If you want to gain muscle, try eating around 500 calories more
than your TDEE and monitor your progress over time. Focus on
progressive overload in your workouts to get stronger and build
muscle. Make sure you’re getting enough protein to help your
muscles repair and grow, and don’t skip on carbs - they’re your main
source of energy for tough workouts and recovery. Healthy fats are
also important for keeping your body running well and supporting
hormones. Keep your calorie surplus controlled to avoid gaining too
much fat. Building muscle takes time, so trust the process and stick
with it!
When to Stop:
Stop bulking when your body fat gets too high or when you’ve
gained the muscles you wanted.
What’s Next:
After bulking, you can start cutting to lose fat and look leaner, or
switch to recomping if your body fat isn’t too high and you want to
lose fat more slowly while keeping your muscle.
If you want to lose fat, start by eating fewer calories than your TDEE.
A good way to begin is by cutting around 500 calories from your
maintenance level and monitoring your progress over time. Focus on
eating plenty of protein to keep your muscles strong while you’re in a
deficit. Make sure to include carbs for energy during your workouts
and recovery and don’t skip on healthy fats - they’re important for
keeping your hormones balanced and your body running smoothly.
Stick with strength training to hold onto your strength and muscle as
you lose fat.
When to Stop:
Stop cutting when you’ve reached your fat-loss goal, or if your
energy and workouts start to suffer.
What’s Next:
After cutting, transition to recomping or bulking based on your
goals. Increase calories slowly to avoid gaining fat too quickly.
Protein helps your body repair, build, and keep muscle. It also
keeps you full, which is important when cutting or recomping.
Aim for 1.6-2.2g of protein per kilogram of body weight daily. This
can vary based on things like your age, gender, genetics, training
experience, workout intensity, how lean you are, your goals and
whether you’re eating in a calorie deficit or surplus.
Fats are important for hormones, energy, and overall health. Focus
on healthy fats like nuts, seeds and avocados, but also include
moderate amounts of saturated fats.
Carbs give your body energy. Choose complex carbs, like whole
grains, legumes and vegetables, for lasting energy.
Depending on how much protein and fat you consume, you can
allocate the remaining calories to carbs.
Water is more than just a way to satisfy your thirst - it’s what keeps
your body working effectively every day. If you’re active, staying
hydrated is even more important. It helps keep your body
temperature in check, your muscles working the way they should
and it speeds up recovery after workouts. It keeps your organs
healthy, removes toxins and helps you stay focused and energized.
For women, a good goal is drinking about 2-2.5 liters per day. If
you’re exercising or, for example, spending time in hot weather,
you’ll need even more fluids to make up for what you lose through
sweat.
Drinking enough water doesn’t just keep your body healthy - it also
helps with digestion, gives your skin a natural glow, and keeps your
mind clear. When you’re hydrated, you’ll feel more energized and
perform better in everything you do. So grab your water bottle, and
make hydration a habit - it’s one of the simplest ways to feel your
best every day!
Supplements can help you reach your fitness and health goals,
especially if you’re active or trying to lose weight. Eating a
balanced diet is the most important part, but the right supplements
can make a difference and support your progress.
Protein Powder:
Helps your muscles recover and grow after workouts, making it
easier to maintain and build muscle. Additionally, it keeps you
feeling full for longer.
Electrolytes:
Keep you hydrated, help prevent cramps, and support muscle
recovery by replacing the minerals you lose when you sweat during
workouts.
Amino Acids/EAAs:
EAAs (Essential Amino Acids) help build and repair your muscles,
as your body can’t make them on its own. They also support
energy, reduce muscle breakdown, and improve recovery.
Magnesium:
Magnesium prevents cramps, relaxes your body for better sleep,
and supports energy and healthy heart function.
Vitamin D:
Supports bone health, muscle recovery, and immune function,
especially in low-sunlight conditions.
L-Glutamine:
Helps muscles recover faster, reduces soreness, supports gut
health, and strengthens your immune system during periods of
stress.
Vitamin C:
Strengthens your immune system, helps your body heal,
and reduces inflammation.
Zinc:
Supports your immune system, helps your body recover,
and keeps hormones balanced.
INGREDIENTS
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Toast your bread slices golden brown and set them to the side.
Depending on how you prefer your eggs, you can scramble them,
fry them, or make an omelette. For that, use 1 tsp of butter.
TIME – 5 MIN
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TIME – 10 MIN
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Toast your bread slices golden brown and set them to the side.
time – 15 min
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1 egg
1/2 ripe banana
50g protein powder
30g oats
1/4 tbsp baking powder
a splash of unsweetened almond milk/coconut milk
1/2 tbsp butter
a pinch of salt
a handful of berries
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First, mash the banana in a bowl, then add the egg and stir well.
Next, add the protein powder, oats, almond milk, baking powder
and salt, then mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
TIME – 10 MIN
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50g oats
250 ml unsweetened almond milk/coconut milk
30g protein powder
1 tsp cinnamon
100g blueberries
1 tsp peanut/almond butter
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Heat the milk in a small pot until it's just about to boil.
Pour everything into a bowl and top with your fruits and
peanut/almond butter.
TIME – 15 MIN
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4 eggs
3 green asparagus
6 cherry tomatoes, halved
30g feta cheese
1 tsp butter
a pinch of salt and pepper
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Next, crack the eggs into a bowl, season with salt and
pepper and mix until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture into your pan and make sure
it is spread evenly.
Once the omelet is mostly set but still runny on top, place
your asparagus and tomatoes on top of the omelet and
sprinkle the feta over it.
Let the omelet bake for one more minute, then flip it.
TIME – 5 MIN
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50g oats
150ml unsweetened almond milk
50g low fat greek yogurt
30g protein powder
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp honey
50g raspberries
1 tsp grated coconut
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Cover your jar with a lid and refrigerate overnight to allow the
oats and chia seeds to soak and soften.
In the morning, give the oats a stir. If the mixture is too thick,
you can add a little more almond milk.
Enjoy!
TIME – 5 MIN
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Fry the chicken in olive oil until well done, then slice it into strips.
Cut the whole wheat bread into cubes. Heat olive oil in a
skillet and pan-fry the bread until golden and crispy, season it
with salt, pepper and optional spices.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix everything evenly.
time – 45 min
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For the dressing, stir together the olive oil, red wine vinegar,
lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well until
everything is well-blended.
tofu option
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Set aside.
Enjoy!
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Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat, add a little sesame oil
and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes, turning from time to time
until golden brown and cooked through.
Stir in some soy sauce at the end for flavor, then set aside.
Enjoy!
time – 30 min
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Boil the broccoli in salted water for 3–4 minutes until tender.
Drain well.
Enjoy!
time – 25 min
tofu option
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instruction
Heat a non-stick pan under medium heat, add 1 tsp of olive oil and
sear the meat 6-7 minutes per side until well done.
While the chicken sears, prepare the couscous and cook the
green beans in boiling water for 10-15 minutes.
Drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and
pepper and enjoy!
time – 15 min
vegetarian option
ingredients
1 protein wrap
3 eggs
30g feta, crumbled
6 cherry tomatoes
1/2 handful fresh spinach
20g mozzarella light, shredded
1 tbsp low fat cream cheese
1/2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
a pinch of salt and pepper
Optional: fresh herbs (like basil or parsley) for garnish
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Heat a skillet with 1/2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
Fold the wrap in half and heat briefly to melt the cheese.
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1 protein wrap
3 eggs
6 cherry tomatoes
1/2 handful fresh spinach
20g mozzarella light, shredded
1 tbsp low fat cream cheese
2-3 slices turkey breast
1/2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
a pinch of salt and pepper
Optional: fresh herbs (like basil or parsley) for garnish
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instruction
Heat a skillet with 1/2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
Fold the wrap in half and heat briefly to melt the cheese.
time – 10 min
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time – 30 min
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First, wash and chop the mixed salad, then set it aside.
While the broccoli cooks, cut the tofu into cubes and
chop the bell pepper and onion.
Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a pan and sear the tofu for
5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
For the dressing, mix 2 tbsp low fat greek yogurt, 1 tsp lemon
juice, 1 tsp dijon mustard and a pinch of salt, pepper
and garlic powder.
time – 15 min
chicken option
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kcal - 38.5; protein - 3.5g; fat - 0.2g; carbs - 6g
Enjoy!
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instruction
Heat 1 tsp of oil in a pan over medium heat and pan-fry the
tofu for about 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden, season
with soy sauce, salt, pepper and spices of choice.
Fold in the sides, then gently roll from the bottom up,
keeping them tight but not too tight.
Enjoy!
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instruction
Fold in the sides, then gently roll from the bottom up,
keeping them tight but not too tight.
Enjoy!
time – 20 min
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Return the pasta and salmon to the skillet and add 1 1/2 tbsp
low fat cream cheese and 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice, stirring until creamy.
time – 15 min
halloumi option
ingredients
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Heat 1 tsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and sear the
halloumi slices until golden brown about 2–3 minutes per side.
Remove the halloumi and toast the burger bun in the same
skillet until lightly golden.
Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then add the top bun.
meat option
ingredients
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instruction
Spread 1 tbsp of low fat greek yogurt on the bottom bun, then add
30g romaine lettuce, the fried patty with cheese, 2–3 tomato slices,
1–2 onion rings and 2–3 pickle slices.
time – 20 min
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In the meantime:
In a skillet, heat 1 tsp olive oil and fry the shrimps for
2–3 minutes on each side until pink, then set aside.
Add 1 tsp olive oil and sear the green beans and bell pepper
for 4–5 minutes until softened.
Enjoy!
time – 20 min
Salmon option
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In the meantime:
Wash the green asparagus and broccoli thoroughly,
trimming the woody ends of the asparagus.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sear the
broccoli and asparagus for 5–7 minutes until tender.
Enjoy!
Chicken option
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In the meantime:
Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add the
remaining olive oil and sear the broccoli and asparagus for
5–7 minutes until tender.
Enjoy!
halloumi option
ingredients
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Plate the pasta, top it with the grilled halloumi and sprinkle
some extra parmesan on top.
Enjoy!
chicken option
ingredients
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 1 tsp of olive oil,
and sear the chicken breast.
Season it with salt and pepper, then sear it for 6–7 minutes on
each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Plate the pasta, top it with the sliced chicken breast and
sprinkle some extra parmesan on top.
Enjoy!
time – 45 min
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Enjoy!
time – 20 min
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Take the shrimp out of the pan and set them aside.
In the same pan, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the low fat cream and the reserved pasta water.
Add the pasta and shrimp to the pan and toss everything
together for 1–2 minutes until heated through.
time – 25 min
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To make the pesto, blend the olive oil, pine nuts, garlic,
basil, low fat greek yogurt, and lemon juice until smooth.
Add pasta water if it’s too thick, and season with salt and pepper.
Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto, then top with the
burrata and cherry tomatoes.
time – 5 min
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instruction
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4 eggs
60g spinach, chopped
60g cherry tomatoes, diced
30g low fat shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
50g mushrooms, chopped
30g onion, finely chopped
1 tsp olive oil (for searing the vegetables)
1 tsp olive oil (for greasing the muffin tin)
a pinch of salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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time – 75 min
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Toss the fries with 1 tsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika seasoning,
1/2 tsp garlic powder, and salt and pepper.
For the dip, mix 150g of low fat greek yogurt, 1 tsp
lemon juice, 1/2 tsp oregano, salt and pepper.
time – 35 min
ingredients
1 mashed banana
30 g chocolate protein powder
15 g cocoa powder
30 g peanut butter
100 ml unsweetened almond milk
1/2 tsp baking powder
instruction
Pour the batter into a small baking pan lined with parchment
paper and bake for 20-30 minutes.
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time – 50 min
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instruction
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time – 40 min
ingredients
400 g chickpeas
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp paprika seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
a pinch of salt and pepper
Instruction
Mix the olive oil and spices, then toss the rinsed and
dried chickpeas in the mixture.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and bake for about 35 minutes,
stirring every 10 minutes, until they reach your desired crispiness.
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per serving: kcal – 407; protein – 18.4g; fat – 12.9g; carbs – 57.6g
time – 5 min
ingredients
1 apple, sliced
2 celery stacks, cut into sticks
2 tbsp peanut butter
instruction
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time – 5 min
ingredients
3 rice cakes
1 1/2 tbsp peanut butter
1/2 banana, sliced into thin rounds
instruction
Then slice half a banana into thin rounds and place the slices
evenly on top of the peanut butter.
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Lui s a
This guide is for informational purposes only and does not replace
medical advice. Always check with your doctor before starting a new diet,
exercise routine, or making big lifestyle changes.
By following this program, you take full responsibility for your health and
actions. Luisa Giuliet cannot be held responsible for any injuries, health
issues, or other problems that might occur.
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