Choose Your Men’s
Weight Loss Plan

The average man benefits from a diet in which about 55% of his calories come from carbohydrates, 25% are from proteins and 20% are from fat. However, like all individuals, a man’s specific nutritional needs will vary depending on his body and weight loss goals.

Men have greater caloric needs than women, mainly because they trend toward having more muscle mass and more active metabolisms. Men also need more fiber than women, which helps with digestion of those calories and can even help improve heart health.

Research shows that men gain weight due to poor exercise and eating habits. Stress can interfere with meal prep and lead to fast food consumption, combined with a sedentary lifestyle. Less muscle mass means fewer calories are needed, but the average man’s daily habits involve consuming more calories. Over time, the pounds can pile on.

Therefore, it is more accurate to suggest that the best diet plan for a man is that which meets all of his nutritional needs, while also fitting into his daily lifestyle.

Nutrisystem for Men makes this simple by offering men’s weight loss plans designed to deliver optimal nutrition and convenience:

• Higher-calorie plans with more food than Nutrisystem plans offered for women, including a wide variety of breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks.
• Fully prepared meals and snacks to help you fuel up and fight hunger without spending too much time in the kitchen.
• Protein-powered choices, including hearty meals with up to 30g protein to help you feel full and satisfied while losing weight.
• Free home-delivery anywhere in the Continental U.S.—meals show up at your door every month until you reach your weight loss goal.

Muscle has greater caloric needs than fat. Therefore, a man’s muscle mass factors into how much he can (actually, how much he has to) eat in order to stay the same size. If his caloric needs exceed his food intake, he loses weight.

Because the average man’s body composition consists of more muscle mass than the average woman, men tend to have an advantage when trying to lose weight. Men can burn more calories faster and more easily than women just by making small changes to their daily routines, helping them lose weight faster.

A combination of cardio-heavy interval training and strength training can help sustain or increase baseline muscle mass in men. A high-protein diet can help maintain muscle mass and even help build muscle when accompanied by strength training.

Nutrisystem for Men supports such dietary needs by delivering weight loss plans powered by high-protein nutrition.

For men, increasing protein intake in the diet at the expense of carbohydrates and even some fats is key to fast weight loss, combined with regular exercise.

The NIH reports that about 3 in 4 men are overweight. Men are prone to gaining weight around their waist and midsection which affects hormone secretion and liver function, contributing to the risk of a whole host of diseases and can even affect sleep. This type of weight gain can also make it more difficult to get active and lose weight.

For many adult men, weight loss begins with making slightly healthier meal choices and incorporating any bit of physical activity—even just a simple walk—into their daily lives.

A weight loss plan from Nutrisystem for Men is a smart choice because it provides the foundation needed to help men start losing weight quickly and safely. In fact, people often lose up to 5 pounds in their very first week on Nutrisystem. However, such rapid weight loss is not recommended over extended periods of time.

In addition, Nutrisystem helps men enjoy more energy. Having more energy helps men incorporate physical activity into their lives with greater ease, which in turn, helps men lose weight faster. In fact, most guys see and feel results in their very first week on Nutrisystem for Men. See for yourself: Try any men’s plan for 14 days. Love the program, or your money back. We guarantee it.

Because the average man has more muscle mass than the average woman of the same age, the average man’s basal metabolic rate (BMR) is higher than the average woman’s. This means the average guy burns more calories each day than the average woman. As a result, men can more easily lose weight through simple changes by eating less junk food and moving around more.

A man could be able to lose eighteen pounds in one month through increased exercise (preferably involving both cardio and strength training portions) and a healthy nutrition plan (rich in protein and fiber).

Generally speaking, it is not recommended to lose more than 1-2 pounds per week. For that reason, it may not be good for a man to lose significant weight in a month.

However, a man can safely lose up to 18 pounds in his first month with a weight loss plan from Nutrisystem for Men. Individual results will vary based on a variety of physical and dietary factors. In a clinical study of men following a prior program from Nutrisystem, individuals lost an average of 13 pounds in their first month. After that, expect to lose an average of 1-2 pounds per week.

When it comes to weight loss, portion sizes are only half the battle. The types and quality of food consumed are just as important. Making the right food selections can make all the difference in diet outcomes, and help ease the process of losing weight.

Protein intake is critical for men who are trying to lose weight while maintaining muscle mass, which also helps keep the metabolic rate up—and therefore sustain weight loss. Studies show that high-protein, low-carb diets can help you lose more weight than other diets with equivalent calorie counts. Getting protein directly from food and not supplements helps ensure balanced nutrition.

A man can only reduce his carbohydrate intake up to a certain point before it affects the daily functions of his body. However, eating high-fiber versions of carb-heavy foods can help men feel full faster, without the need to consume the same large portions as they did before. Fiber content also supports digestive health.

In parallel, healthy fats should be incorporated into the diet plan for men. These fats not only carry their own helpful nutrients like omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, but they also help further sustain the feeling of fullness.

Balancing your diet with the right nutrients can be challenging. But Nutrisystem for Men does the hard work for you, delivering dietitian-designed weight loss plans with optimal nutrition. Nutrisystem for Men provides the right balance of lean proteins, smart carbs and healthy fats to help you lose weight without feeling hungry. And with over 160 delicious menu choices available—including healthier takes on pizza, pasta, burgers and ice cream—you can lose weight on Nutrisystem for Men, without sacrificing your favorite foods. Select a plan above to see a sample menu of what you might find on the Nutrisystem for Men program.

For men and women alike, the best weight loss supplements take a more holistic approach to health, addressing several common issues simultaneously beyond just weight loss. For example, Nutrisystem offers a variety of multifunctional supplements and lifestyle products designed to help support weight loss and the reduction of body fat.

Daily vitamins and minerals can also be beneficial supplements to take when following a weight loss plan like Nutrisystem including B Vitamins, Vitamin D, Iron, magnesium and calcium round out the list as important vitamins for proper nutrient absorption and metabolic health.

Nutrisystem Protein Shakes are specially formulated with over 20 vitamins and minerals recommended to support a healthy weight loss plan. This can help ensure that no nutrients are being neglected as you learn to incorporate healthier foods into your everyday diet. Nutrisystem shakes can help crush hunger and sustain energy.