It’s the downside of many they say: you try to reduce your waistline and instead you only lose tone and energy. This happens because we are not all the same from a biological point of view. A good solution comes, however, from Chronomorphodiet with an innovative nutritional approach, created by Dr Massimo Spattinispecialist in Sports Medicine and in Food Science and Dietetics, author of the book The COM Diet and localized weight loss (Lswr Editions).
How does it differ? Chronomorphodiet
The intuition is simple: counting calories is not enough, some important factors of each individual must be taken into account. The Cronormorphodieta (or COM Diet) differs, in fact, from other dietary regimes because it identifies the differences in constitution and hormonal prevalence of each person. With this approach it is possible:
customize really the dietary approach; get a weight loss generalized;
remodel some critical points.
Hormonal prevalence conditions the morphology of the body
As explained in the book, hormones and food choices are influenced reciprocally, leading to accumulations of fat in specific parts of the body. «For this reason one prevalence of estrogen will lead to putting mass between the buttocks and thighs, that of testosterone and cortisol it will cause a greater deposit in the central part between the belly, trunk and back”, says Spattini.
Morphology of constitutions: the 4 morphotypes
The morphological classification of the Cronormorphodieta distinguishes overweight subjects into four categories. We illustrate them so you can identify your type:
Hyperlipogenetics, con accumulation in the central part and upper body (apple-shaped); Hypopoliticals, overweight subjects who accumulate fat above all in the lower part (pear-shaped), with circulatory problems and slow metabolism that responds poorly to caloric restriction;
hypermist (pepper);
Ipomisto (a banana).
Hyperlipogenetico
Constitution: robust (more in the upper part than the lower part) “apple” shape, round face. In women, abundant breasts and relatively narrow hips. Fat location: predominantly above the waist, upper back, stomach and chest. Food preferences: salty foods, fatty foods, alcoholic beverages. Energy level: warm, notable energy throughout the day which tends to wane in the late evening. Personality: He is a friendly, very practical and extroverted guy, he doesn’t get angry easily but, if he does, he gets very angry. Physical Characteristics: Normally strong and with little flexibility. Dominant gland: the adrenals. Sex: it is a morphology more frequent in males but it is also relatively frequent in females.
Ipolipolitico
Constitution: “pear” shape with a pronounced butt and slim upper body. Fat location: especially on the butt but also on the hips and the peritrochanteric region, i.e. on the external part of the thighs. Food preferences: sweets and various delicacies. Energy level: sensitive to cold, great energy and resistance, keeps going even when tired. Personality: quite introverted and not very assertive, he gets stressed if he doesn’t have his space and moments to dedicate to himself. Physical Characteristics: Strong at the bottom and weak at the top. Dominant gland: the gonads. Sex: it’s one morphology almost exclusively femalebut it can also be present in men in case of high levels of estrogen.
Hypermixed morphotype: “pepper” conformation
Constitution: long limbs, small bones, oval face or elongated and high waisted. “Pepper” shape.
Fat localization: a little throughout the body, the calves are normally spared. Food preferences: carbohydrates and caffeine. Energy level: warm, alternating energy levels with tendency to energy drops. Personality: enthusiastic and full of initiative in good times, tends to be irritable or depressed when tired or stressed. Dominant gland: the thyroid. Sex: equally represented in male and female.
Hypomixed morphotype: “banana” conformation
Constitution: “childlike” physique with small bones, poorly developed muscles and a head that seems disproportionate to the rest of the body. “Banana” shape. Fat location: deposits grasso subcutaneous throughout in a homogeneous manner but it may present particular accumulation at the level of the knees. Food preferences: dairy products and sweets. Energy level: sensitive to the cold, he is a morning person with a drop in energy in the evening. Personality: Cerebral and intelligent, tends to be reserved. Dominant gland: the pituitary gland. Sex: more frequent in males, it is however the rarest morphotype, present in approximately 5% of the population.
The ideal Chronomorphodiet for each morphotype
The Chronomorphodiet is based on four different types of body constitutionwith related dedicated eating patterns and a list of different ideal foods.
Morfotipo hyperlipogenetico
It is advisable to give priority to the most important nutrients for the nervous system, such as animal proteins and Omega 3 fats, and encourage the consumption of foods rich in antioxidants and B complex vitamins. On the other hand, they are to limit dairy products and sugars.
Morfotipo Ipolipolitico
Green light to whole grains and flours, legumes, seasonal fruit and vegetables and foods rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (such as nuts, avocados, oil seeds and fatty fish rich in precious Ω3). Limit red meat and cold cuts, avoid chips and pretzels.
Hypermixed morphotype: “pepper” conformation
It’s okay to resort to using spices and aromatic herbs, seasonal fruit and colored vegetables, whole grains, foods rich in Omega 3. Instead, refined carbohydrates and fruit that are too high in sugar must be limited and hydrogenated trans fats, present in many industrial preparations, must be absolutely avoided.
Hypomixed morphotype: “banana” conformation
This morphotype must prefer alkalizing foods such as fresh vegetables, possibly organic, oilseedsherbs, spices, seaweed and avoid soy, refined products and cow’s milk foods.
Not just nutrition, but also sport, meal times and relaxation
According to the Chronomorphodieta dietary approach even the time of day where food is consumed is fundamental. «Most of the hormones are affected by secretion according to certain circadian rhythms», adds Dr. Spattini, who reminds us that nutrition is just one of the pillars of a healthy lifestyle. In addition to the choices at the table, to get back into shape you need to have a type of physical exercise personalized for your morphotype and adequate stress management with specific techniques.