{"id":9273,"date":"2020-09-14T19:32:41","date_gmt":"2020-09-14T19:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=9273"},"modified":"2025-02-20T09:58:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T09:58:51","slug":"endomorph-meal-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"Endomorph Meal Plan to Send Your Metabolism into Full Swing"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#What_Is_an_Endomorph_Body_Type\" >What Is an Endomorph Body Type<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Endomorph_Body_Type\" >Endomorph Body Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Mesomorph_Body_Type\" >Mesomorph Body Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Ectomorph_Body_Type\" >Ectomorph Body Type<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#What_Are_the_Three_Fat_Destroyers_for_Endomorphs\" >What Are the Three Fat Destroyers for Endomorphs?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Diet\" >Diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Exercise\" >Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Lifestyle_Changes\" >Lifestyle Changes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#What_Is_the_Best_Endomorph_Meal_Plan_for_Weight_Loss\" >What Is the Best Endomorph Meal Plan for Weight Loss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Paleo_Diet\" >Paleo Diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#The_Keto_Diet\" >The Keto Diet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#How_Can_Endomorphs_Speed_Up_Metabolism\" >How Can Endomorphs Speed Up Metabolism?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Eat_Enough\" >Eat Enough<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Eat_More_Protein\" >Eat More Protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Exercise_More\" >Exercise More<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#What_are_the_most_fattening_foods_for_endomorphs\" >What are the most fattening foods for endomorphs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Is_it_harder_for_endomorphs_to_lose_weight\" >Is it harder for endomorphs to lose weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Are_oats_good_for_endomorphs\" >Are oats good for endomorphs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Can_endomorphs_eat_cheese\" >Can endomorphs eat cheese?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#Is_fasting_good_for_endomorphs\" >Is fasting good for endomorphs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-meal-plan\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been trying to understand your body more, particularly in terms of weight loss and management, you may have come across physique classifications known as somatotypes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Endomorph_Meal_Plan_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatotypes come in three classifications: ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. In the 1940s, American psychologist William Herbert Sheldon theorized that a person\u2019s physique determines their temperament and personality (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplypsychology.org\/sheldon-constitutional-theory-somatotyping.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/biography\/William-Sheldon\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we no longer look at <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/metabolic-type\/\">body type<\/a> to determine personality &#8211; the theory was debunked and seen as a pseudoscience (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/science\/endomorph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) &#8211; people today still use his somatotypes to determine their physique and better understand how to eat so they can change or improve how they look.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you suspect that you have an endomorph body type, then this article is for you. Read on to learn more about the endomorph meal plan and how you should eat to improve your body composition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_an_Endomorph_Body_Type\"><\/span><b>What Is an Endomorph Body Type<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we delve into what an endomorph meal plan should look like, it\u2019s good to first understand the three main somatotypes &#8211; endomorph, mesomorph, and ectomorph &#8211; and how they all differ from each other<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Endomorph_Body_Type\"><\/span><b>Endomorph Body Type<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers describe the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/metabolic-confusion-for-endomorphs\/\">endomorph<\/a> body type as one that is characterized by increased fat storage, a wide waist, and a large bone structure, usually referred to as fat. They state that those with this type of body generally have rounded shoulders, a broad face, a short neck, and a rounded physique in general (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/medicine-and-dentistry\/somatotype\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ijae.springeropen.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s41257-021-00046-5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to what they may look like on the outside, researchers have also stated that endomorphs have slower metabolisms, higher serum cholesterol concentrations, and a higher sensitivity to the hormone insulin and the intake of carbohydrates (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11124112\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to these factors, researchers have advised that an endomorph meal plan should be high in low-glycemic index food to control blood glucose levels. Endomorphs are also recommended to have an adequate intake of proteins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11124112\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mesomorph_Body_Type\"><\/span><b>Mesomorph Body Type<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike endomorphs who are predisposed to storing fat, mesomorphs are predisposed to building muscle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/medicine-and-dentistry\/somatotype\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They are said to have medium bones, low-fat levels, and relative musculoskeletal robustness with broad shoulders and chest, a narrow waist, and firm limbs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ijae.springeropen.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s41257-021-00046-5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Due to how easily their bodies can increase muscularity and induce muscular hypertrophy, they are typically advised to consume high-protein foods and diets (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11124112\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ectomorph_Body_Type\"><\/span><b>Ectomorph Body Type<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ectomorphs are different from both mesomorphs and endomorphs in that they aren\u2019t predisposed to either store fat or build muscle. They have a slim physique with long, thin muscles and limbs, a narrow and flat chest, and low-fat storage. As ectomorphs lose fat easily, they\u2019re advised to consume a high-carbohydrate diet with evenly divided portions of protein and fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/medicine-and-dentistry\/somatotype\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ijae.springeropen.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s41257-021-00046-5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11124112\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If ectomorphs wish to gain weight, they\u2019re advised to opt for healthy fattening foods rather than turning to unhealthy food options. Healthy fattening foods to gain weight include good quality protein such as fatty fish, lean beef, poultry and plant proteins, complex whole grains, nuts and seeds, dairy and dairy products, and healthy fats such as olive oil and avocados.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Endomorph_Meal_Plan_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70827\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4864-metabolic-flexibility-diet-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Endomorph Meal Plan \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4864-metabolic-flexibility-diet.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4864-metabolic-flexibility-diet-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4864-metabolic-flexibility-diet.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4864-metabolic-flexibility-diet-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/4864-metabolic-flexibility-diet.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Three_Fat_Destroyers_for_Endomorphs\"><\/span><b>What Are the Three Fat Destroyers for Endomorphs?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As demonstrated above, it\u2019s quite easy for people with an endomorph body type to gain weight. When it comes to weight loss, the three main fat destroyers are exercise, diet, and lifestyle changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diet\"><\/span><b>Diet<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of body type, your diet is one of the main things that determines your weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33035570\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As endomorphs are the most likely body type group to gain weight and store fat, watching their diet is crucial. Some dietary changes people with this body type need to make include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Eliminating Ultra-Processed Food from Their Diets<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Processed foods may be some of the most fattening foods for people, regardless of body type.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies have shown that the consumption of ultra-processed foods leads to weight gain as it facilitates overeating, which ultimately leads to obesity. These foods have also been found to be higher in calories, salt, sugar, carbohydrates, and unhealthy fats &#8211; all factors that can lead to fat and weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7946062\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an endomorph, due to how easily you gain weight and store fat, reducing or eliminating these foods can go a long way in helping you manage your weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more about what an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-female-diet\/\"><b>endomorph female diet<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> looks like.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Reducing Their Carbohydrate Intake<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, research has stated that people with this body type are more sensitive to insulin and carbohydrates. Before we demonize all carbs, it\u2019s important to note that not all carbs are bad. Carbs are usually divided into two categories: simple and complex carbohydrates. The former is the type that endomorphs need to be wary of consuming unnecessarily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies that have examined the effect of carbohydrates on body weight have found simple carbs to often be the main culprit that leads to weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC1199523\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10523278\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Simple carbs also lead to increased insulin secretion, which leads to your blood being flooded with sugars.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only does the body turn these sugars into stored fat, but too much sugar in the blood can make you insulin-resistant over time, which affects your waist circumference and could also lead to type 2 diabetes and other health issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK507839\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/nutrition-basics\/carbohydrates\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/smart-carbs\/\">Complex carbs<\/a> are a much better dietary option for endomorphs as they don\u2019t have any of the risks mentioned above. However, as those with this body type are said to be generally sensitive to carbs, it may be a good idea to keep your carb intake low altogether.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Watch Their Calorie Intake<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endomorphs have a tendency to gain fat and weight faster than other body types as they have a slower metabolic rate, relatively speaking. An unfortunate detail about a slow metabolism system is that your body fails to burn all consumed food to turn it into energy for daily use. Any food that doesn\u2019t get converted into energy gets converted into fat, which is then stored in the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing your calorie intake of unhealthy and processed foods may help boost your metabolic rate. When you eat fewer calories than your body burns, it\u2019s forced to burn stored fat, which helps with fat reduction over time and ultimately, weight loss. According to research, the best daily calorie deficit for beginners is 500 to 750 calories less than the body burns for energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8017325\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out this article to learn how to engage in an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-intermittent-fasting\/\"><b>endomorph intermittent fasting<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plan for weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. The BetterMe: Health Coaching app is your personal trainer, nutritionist, and support system all in one. Start using our app to <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Endomorph_Meal_Plan_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stay on track <\/a>and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise\"><\/span><b>Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased physical activity is essential for anyone who is looking to improve their body composition and lose fat and weight. According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDC,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it is recommended to exercise for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week, with 2 of these days including muscle-strengthening activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/guidelines\/adults.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an endomorph, if you\u2019re looking to exercise more, it may be recommended that you include cardio, resistance training, and balance and flexibility workouts in your routine. This combination helps with weight loss and muscle gain and is a balanced routine that can improve every facet of your fitness lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lifestyle_Changes\"><\/span><b>Lifestyle Changes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to watching what and how you eat and increasing your physical activity, you must also address aspects of your lifestyle to help promote weight loss. Some of these changes include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK221839\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleeping more &#8211; at least 7 to 9 hours a night<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing your stress levels effectively<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding skipping meals and practicing mindful eating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading food labels to better understand what you\u2019re putting in your body<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping a food diary or logging your meals (snacks and drinks) in a calorie-counting app<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing alcohol intake and avoiding smoking<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/endomorph-body-type-weight-loss\/\">Endomorph Body Type Weight Loss: 6 Facts And What Works<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Endomorph_Meal_Plan_for_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>What Is the Best Endomorph Meal Plan for Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, at the moment, no research conclusively recommends a specific diet plan for endomorph weight loss. What is known is that people with this body type are advised to limit their carbohydrate intake but eat proteins and fats in adequate amounts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This statement is often interpreted in two ways. Some believe that it means endomorphs should consume a paleolithic diet while others believe that the keto diet is what\u2019s best for endomorphs.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paleo_Diet\"><\/span><b>Paleo Diet<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The paleo or <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-the-paleo-diet\/\">paleolithic diet<\/a> is an eating plan that mimics what people believe our human ancestors in the Paleolithic era ate approximately 10,000 to 2.6 million years ago.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such a meal plan eliminates processed and ultra-processed foods and may limit or completely avoid the consumption of grains and cereals, legumes, or dairy products as they weren\u2019t available during this era.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighing you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Endomorph_Meal_Plan_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This meal plan is higher in protein with a macronutrient (macro) distribution of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35% energy from fats, 35% from carbohydrates, and 30% from protein (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8004139\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32482184\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/15\/19\/4155\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Keto_Diet\"><\/span><b>The Keto Diet<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who prefer an even lower carbohydrate intake may prefer the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lazy-keto-meal-plan\/\">keto diet<\/a> over the paleo diet. Also known as the ketogenic diet, this is a high-fat, moderate protein, and very low-carbohydrate meal plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The macro distribution for this meal plan is 55% to 60% from fat, 30% to 35% from protein, and 5% to 10% from carbohydrates. This usually means that those who are following this eating plan only consume up to 50 grams of carbs a day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499830\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/clean-eating-challenge-for-weight-loss\/\">How To Do The Clean Eating Challenge For Weight Loss<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Endomorphs_Speed_Up_Metabolism\"><\/span><b>How Can Endomorphs Speed Up Metabolism?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As previously mentioned, endomorphs have a slower metabolic rate, which makes them gain weight faster and store more fat than other body types. Some things they can do to increase their metabolic rate include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Enough\"><\/span><b>Eat Enough<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to weight loss, less isn\u2019t always better. As mentioned above, a calorie deficit helps with weight loss and metabolism. However, too low a deficit will do the opposite. If you eat too little, your body tends to hold on to fat and slow your metabolic rate even further. Stick to the recommended daily deficit of 500 to 750 kcals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n    \n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"FemaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/FemaleImage.webp\">\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text desktop-hide mobile-block\">\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n            Select your gender\n          <\/div>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_More_Protein\"><\/span><b>Eat More Protein<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein is great for fat and weight loss for many reasons. One of them is the fact that this macronutrient temporarily increases calorie burning when consumed. The body usually has to burn more calories when digesting protein compared to fat or carbs, which increases your metabolic rate (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ajcn.nutrition.org\/article\/S0002-9165(23)23664-3\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise_More\"><\/span><b>Exercise More<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beginner-cardio-workout\/\">cardio<\/a> and strength training exercises increase your metabolic rate (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00421-020-04409-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/obr.13428\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Cardio is great for burning calories in the moment, while strength training helps build muscle, which allows your body to burn more calories while at rest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Endomorph_Meal_Plan_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70887\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5045-8-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-weight-loss-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Endomorph Meal Plan \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5045-8-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-weight-loss.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5045-8-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-weight-loss-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5045-8-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-weight-loss.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5045-8-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-weight-loss-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/5045-8-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-weight-loss.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_most_fattening_foods_for_endomorphs\"><\/span><strong>What are the most fattening foods for endomorphs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned above, ultra-processed foods and carbohydrates, specifically simple carbs, are the most fattening foods for people with this body type.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_harder_for_endomorphs_to_lose_weight\"><\/span><strong>Is it harder for endomorphs to lose weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. As mentioned above, their bodies generally hold on to more fat and they also have a slow metabolic rate. These two factors make it more difficult for them to lose weight compared to other body types.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_oats_good_for_endomorphs\"><\/span><strong>Are oats good for endomorphs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, they are. Oats are a type of whole grain that is rich in complex carbohydrates, which are great for endomorphs. Remember that while endomorphs are often advised to reduce their overall carb intake, this doesn\u2019t mean ignoring all carbs. Complex carbs are good for them in moderation.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_endomorphs_eat_cheese\"><\/span><strong>Can endomorphs eat cheese?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, they can. As long as the cheese in question is a low-fat cheese, endomorphs are allowed to consume it. Cottage cheese is one such great example.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_fasting_good_for_endomorphs\"><\/span><strong>Is fasting good for endomorphs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. Fasting, particularly intermittent fasting, has been shown to help with fat and weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7021351\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/eclinm\/article\/PIIS2589-5370(24)00098-1\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Combining an appropriate method of intermittent fasting with a healthy calorie-deficit diet and a good workout routine can help endomorphs reduce their weight and body fat percentage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Will a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-day-fast-weight-loss\/\"><b> 3-day fast weight loss<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plan lead to positive results? Learn more here<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Endomorph_Meal_Plan_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The endomorph meal plan helps maximize the body composition improvement potential of people with endomorph body types while minimizing potential setbacks in the process. If you have this body type, experts state that reducing your carbohydrate intake and increasing your protein intake may help with your weight loss plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you opt for a paleo or ketogenic meal plan or otherwise, you must remember to eat at a reasonable daily calorie deficit, exercise using both cardio and resistance training workouts, and make the suggested lifestyle changes provided in this article. These changes may just be the answer to your weight problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve been trying to understand your body more, particularly in terms of weight loss and management, you may have come across physique classifications known as somatotypes. Somatotypes come in three classifications: ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. 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