When it comes to weight loss, there really is no ‘one size fits all’. Our quiz reveals your ideal plan
Ever wondered why fasting or calorie counting works brilliantly for some people, but not for others? The truth is that the success – or failure – of any diet depends on picking the right one for your personality and lifestyle.
‘We’re all different,’ says clinical nutritionist Suzie Sawyer. ‘So what works for one person may be difficult for others to fit into their life.’ If you’re struggling to lose pounds, our quiz will help guide you to the eating plan best suited to you.
Take the test
Circle the answers that most sound like you...
1 IF YOU KEEP A FOOD DIARY FOR A WEEK, WHAT DOES IT SHOW?
A You’re easily led by friends and family.
B You graze almost constantly.
C You don’t eat much meat.
D You’re inconsistent. Some days you eat lots, but not much on others.
2 HOW MUCH WEIGHT DO YOU NEED TO LOSE?
A Quite a bit – again! You never seem to get a handle on losing weight.
B A little. Your favourite clothes have started to feel tight.
C Not much. It’s the health benefits that concern you most.
D A lot. It’s piled on over the years and now it’s bad for your health.
3 HOW DO YOU EAT YOUR DAILY MEALS?
A You frequently skip meals – but end up snacking.
B Always three meals a day – come what may.
C You like to vary what you eat each day.
D You eat when you’re hungry.
4 WHAT RUINS YOUR GOOD INTENTIONS?
A Other people – their poor diet choices lead you astray.
B Lack of planning – you just grab what’s available.
C Snacking – and the more sugary and calorie-laden the better!
D Low-cal meals – they leave you feeling unsatisfied so you fill up on unhealthy treats.
5 WHAT BEST DESCRIBES YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARDS FOOD IN GENERAL?
A Social – you love eating at home with family or out with friends.
B Guilt – you seem to eat the wrong things at the wrong time and it makes you feel bad.
C Interested – you savour fresh food and interesting flavours.
D Unfulfilled – you never feel as though you’ve had enough, even when you’re full.
6 WHEN ARE YOU MOST LIKELY TO LOSE CONTROL OF YOUR EATING?
A When you’re on your own.
B When you haven’t planned your meals.
C When you’re bored.
D When you’re feeling emotional.
The results
Tot up your answers and see what applies. If you have more than one answer coming up top, read them all and consider what you think would fit your personality and lifestyle
