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Volumetrics diet
The Volumetrics diet is a low calorie, high bulk, and low fat diet. People who follow the Volumetrics diet generally eat large portions of foods that are low in calories. The diet is based on the idea that people feel full after eating about the same amount of food every day, regardless of the fat, carbohydrate, or calorie content of that food. Regular exercise is also incorporated into the lifestyle modifications advocated by Volumetrics.The Volumetrics diet is based on the concept of energy density. The amount of calories in a specified amount of food, usually a serving, is its energy density. Foods with high energy densities do not cause a sensation of fullness quickly, and they also tend to contain large amounts of fat. The founders of the Volumetrics diet believe that when a person does not feel full, they will continue eating; the Volumetrics diet encourages dieters to eat low calorie and high fiber foods until he or she feels full.
The Volumetrics diet book was first published in 2000. Since then, the book has undergone several revisions. Volumetrics is one of many recently popular diets that emphasize eating large portions of fruits and vegetables from meals prepared at home.
Today, some people choose the Volumetrics diet because it does not restrict the amount of food that may be consumed in one sitting. Rather, the diet restricts the types of foods that may be consumed. For instance, an unlimited amount of broccoli may be consumed in a meal because this food has a low number of calories per pound. In contrast, a person who chooses to follow the diet may only eat a bite or two of a chocolate chip cookie because this food has an extraordinary high number of calories per pound. Unlimited amounts of food may be consumed provided that each serving averages out to fewer than 400 calories per pound. To achieve this, a vast majority of foods in every meal are generally very low in calories and fat.
The Volumetrics eating plan was written by Barbara Rolls, current chair of the Penn State Nutrition department. Multiple academic articles have endorsed increasing the intake of fruits, vegetables, and legumes, but none have specifically investigated this diet to prevent, treat, or cure any medical condition. More research is necessary before a firm conclusion can be made.
The Volumetrics diet may appeal to individuals who experience difficulty with portion control.
Related Terms
Diet, energy density, food density, Volumetrics.
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