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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Here's your chance to evangelize! Any recent nutrition book (or plan) you would recommend--ideally something pretty balanced, without complicated restrictions and covering new research. I have 20 lbs to lose and need some sort of "organizing principle" since I am just sort of aimlessly snacking on somewhat healthier foods at this point... I can cook so I don't think I need detailed recipes, though fine if they are included, more just some guidelines and ideas.[/quote]

Honestly, you probably just need to use one of the logging apps. I use My Fitness Pal. That will help you get a better handle of how much/how many calories you are eating—regardless of healthy/unhealthy—and for me at least it helps me mentally not eat too much of foods I would rather not log. E.g., I am fine with logging a square of dark chocolate, but I really don’t want to log a whole bar.

The various apps also provide insight on approximate caloric intake/deficits you will need to reach your goal weight.

I like MFP as it has a decent database of foods so logging doesn’t take much time. Most of the apps will sync with your watch or mobile device to track your exercise, but while that is useful information, you may find it best to stick with the caloric recommendation without taking into account the calories burned by excercising, especially since you are only looking to lose 20 lbs. But if you are not exercising regularly, you will be amazed at how great the combo of weight loss and any increase in exercise makes you feel![/quote]

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