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    -Week Guide to

    ealthy Eatingomplete with daily meal plans, 48 delicious recipes and convenient weekly grocery lists

    8-Week Guide to

    Healthy Eatingcomplete with daily meal plans, 48 deliciousrecipes and convenient weekly grocery lists

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    Weme Gie Heah Eaig

    We understand that life can get pretty hectic. Sometimes you barely havetime to eat, let alone to eat balanced, healthy meals. We want to help, andin the Guide to Healthy Eating weve planned and presented every detail ofa simple meal plan that you can start now and see results fast.

    The Guide to Healthy Eating is quick and easy because weve done allthe work for you. We started with eight weeks of meal plans, designedby a team of registered dietitians and gourmet chefsso you know thatyour meals will be healthy and delicious. Every meal of the day, includingsnacks, has been carefully laid out; weve even counted the calories soyou dont have to.

    The recipes that you need are all included in the Guide, with directions thatare clear and easy to follow. To top it off, weve gone through each week

    of the plan and created a grocery list that makes shopping easyjust followthe list and youll always have exactly what you need at meal time.

    Youll notice that each week leaves one day openthis is your dayto choose your own meals, but dont use it as an excuse to binge.Remember your health, weight and fitness goals, and try to eat foodssimilar to those in the meal plan.

    Follow the Guide to Healthy Eating and youll find balanced, healthy, deli-

    cious results in no time!

    IntroductIon

    1

    Consult your physician before starting this or any other meal plan. If you are pregnant,

    diabetic, have a heart condition or have any other medical condition, do not undertake this

    or any dietary change without your physicians permission.

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    usInG tHE GrocEry lIst

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    m = These items are for your breakfast, lunch

    & snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q = These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

    dAIryq Fat-free sour cream 1/2 cupq Shredded, low-fat 1 cup

    cheddar cheesem Ranch dip 1 (7.5-oz.)

    containerm Light yogurt 3 (6-oz.)

    containersm Eggs 1/2 dozenm Orange juice 1/2 gallon

    (calcium-fortified)m Low-fat cottage cheese 1 (8-oz.) containerm Part-skim mozzarella 1 each

    string cheesem Cheese slices (low-fat) 1 (16 slice)

    package

    GrAInm Kashi cereal or Cheerios 1 (14-oz.) boxm Plain oatmeal 1 (2-lb.) containerq Whole-wheat tor ti ll as 8 eachq Whole-grain pas ta 1 (8-oz.) packagem Whole-wheat pita bread 1 package

    (6 1/2 inch)q Garlic bread 1/2 loaf

    (whole-wheat, if possible)q Whole-wheat dinner rolls 4 eachq Instant brown rice 3 cups cookedq UNCLE BENS Long Grain 1 (6.2-oz.) box

    and Wild Rice (Fast Cook)

    PAcKAGEd Goodsm Mixed nuts 1 (4.5-oz.)

    containerm Whole-wheat pretzels 1 (15-oz.) bagm 94% fat-free microwave 1 (9-oz.) box

    popcorn or plain popcornm Baked chips 1 (10-oz.) bagq Tomato paste 1 (6-oz.) canq Tomato sauce 1 (15-oz.) canq Enchilada sauce 1 (10-oz.) canq Fat-free refried beans 1 (14-oz.) canq Italian-flavored, diced, 1 (15-oz.) can

    stewed tomatoesm Healthy Choice 1 can

    broth-based soupq Marinades of choice 2 each

    FruItq Lemons 1 eachm Apples 2 eachm Bananas 1 eachm Berries 1/2 cupm Grapes 1 1/2 pounds

    m Grapefruit 1 eachm Melons 1 cup eachm Nectarines 1 eachm Peaches 1 eachm Plums 1 eachm Oranges 1 eachq Fresh fr uit of choice 10 cups

    VEGEtABlEsm Baby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagm Cucumbers 1 eachm Sugar snap peas 1 small bag

    (or 1 cup)m Celery 1 stalkm Dark, leafy green salad mix 1 (5-oz.) bagq Dark, leafy green salad mix 13 oz.m Tomatoes 1 eachq Tomatoes 3 eachq Onions (yellow or white) 1 1/2 eachq Red onions 1/4 eachq Jalapeo peppers 1 1/2 eachq Fresh cilantro 1/4 bunchm Broccoli florets 1 bunchq Broccoli florets 2 bunchesq Crookneck OR 1 of choice

    zucchini squashq Red potatoes 6 eachq Whole mushrooms 8 oz.

    FroZEn Foodsq Frozen green peas 2 cupsq Birds Eye Frozen 1 (28-oz.) bag

    Vegetable Stir Frym Lean Cuisine or Heal thy 1 each

    Choice frozen entre 450 calories

    m Frozen yogurt 1 (1.75-quart)container

    MEAtm Sliced turkey 8 thin slicesm Tuna in spring water 1 canq Lean ground beef 1/2 lb.m Boneless, skinless 1 each

    chicken breasts

    q Boneless, skinless 3 lbs.chicken breastsq Boneless, skinless chicken 1 lb.

    breasts OR precooked shrimpq Turkey tenderloin 1 1/2 lbs.q Fish fillets of choice 4 (8-oz.) fillets

    (i.e. halibut, haddock, orangeroughy, red snapper, etc.)

    __ Whole-wheat bread__ Low-fat milk__ Parmesan cheese__ Low-fat salad dressing__ Brown sugar

    __ Natural peanut butter__ Soft tub margarine__ Light Miracle Whip

    __ Jam or preserves__ MustardP

    ANTRY

    m= These items are for your breakfast, lunch& snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q= These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

    WEEK 1 GrocEry lIst

    PiCheck this column to see at a glance howmuch of each item youll need to prepareyour meals throughout the day. Itemsmarked with a m are for breakfasts,lunches, and snacks. The amounts shownare enough to SERVE ONE. Items markedwith a q are for dinner. The dinneramounts will SERVE FOUR TO SIXcomfortably. If youre cooking for one, its

    easy to halve or quarter the recipe. If youend up with leftovers, youre welcome toeat them in place of one of yourrecommended meals, but remember tokeep your portion sizes modest. If more

    than four are expected for dinner, theGrocery List makes it easy to decidewhich ingredients youll need more of

    to alter your dinner recipes.

    Pa Iem chekBefore shopping each week, check tomake sure you have enough of theseessentials. Theyre common ingredientsin many of the meals youll be preparing,so if youre running short, youll want

    to restock.

    Iem cmThis column lets you know convenientlyand easily which foods youll need during

    the upcoming week. You may substituteanother food of choice at any time. Just

    take note of the calories allotted for aspecific food or meal, and try to substitutewithin that calorie budget. Substitutionalso applies to fruits or vegetables, some

    of which may be out of season orsimply unavailable.

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    dAIryqFat-free sour cream 1/2 cupqShredded, low-fat 1 cup

    cheddar cheesemRanch dip 1 (7.5-oz.)

    containermLight yogurt 3 (6-oz.)

    containersmEggs 1/2 dozenmOrange juice 1/2 gallon

    (calcium-fortified)mLow-fat cottage cheese 1 (8-oz.) containermPart-skim mozzarella 1 each

    string cheesemCheese slices (low-fat) 1 (16 slice)

    package

    GrAInmKashi cereal or Cheerios 1 (14-oz.) boxmPlain oatmeal 1 (2-lb.) containerqWhole-wheat tortillas 8 each

    qWhole-grain pasta 1 (8-oz.) packagemWhole-wheat pita bread 1 package

    (6 1/2 inch)qGarlic bread 1/2 loaf

    (whole-wheat, if possible)qWhole-wheat dinner rolls 4 eachqInstant brown rice 3 cups cookedqUNCLE BENS Long Grain 1 (6.2-oz.) box

    and Wild Rice (Fast Cook)

    PAcKAGEd Goods

    mMixed nuts 1 (4.5-oz.)container

    mWhole-wheat pretzels 1 (15-oz.) bagm94% fat-free microwave 1 (9-oz.) box

    popcorn or plain popcornmBaked chips 1 (10-oz.) bagqTomato paste 1 (6-oz.) canqTomato sauce 1 (15-oz.) canqEnchilada sauce 1 (10-oz.) canqFat-free refried beans 1 (14-oz.) canq

    Italian-flavored, diced, 1 (15-oz.) canstewed tomatoesmHealthy Choice 1 can

    broth-based soupqMarinades of choice 2 each

    FruIt

    qLemons 1 eachmApples 2 eachmBananas 1 each

    mBerries 1/2 cup

    mGrapes 1 1/2 poundsmGrapefruit 1 eachmMelons 1 cup eachmNectarines 1 eachmPeaches 1 eachmPlums 1 eachmOranges 1 eachqFresh fruit of choice 10 cups

    VEGEtABlEs

    mBaby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagmCucumbers 1 eachmSugar snap peas 1 small bag

    (or 1 cup)mCelery 1 stalkmDark, leafy green salad mix 1 (5-oz.) bagqDark, leafy green salad mix 13 oz.mTomatoes 1 eachqTomatoes 3 eachqOnions (yellow or white) 1 1/2 each

    qRed onions 1/4 eachqJalapeo peppers 1 1/2 eachqFresh cilantro 1/4 bunchmBroccoli florets 1 bunchqBroccoli florets 2 bunchesqCrookneck OR 1 of choice

    zucchini squashqRed potatoes 6 eachqWhole mushrooms 8 oz.

    FroZEn Foods

    qFrozen green peas 2 cupsqBirds Eye Frozen 1 (28-oz.) bag

    Vegetable Stir FrymLean Cuisine or Healthy 1 each

    Choice frozen entre450 calories

    mFrozen yogurt 1 (1.75-quart)container

    MEAtm

    Sliced turkey 8 thin slicesmTuna in spring water 1 canqLean ground beef 1/2 lb.mBoneless, skinless 1 each

    chicken breastsqBoneless, skinless 3 lbs.

    chicken breastsqBoneless, skinless chicken 1 lb.

    breasts OR precooked shrimpqTurkey tenderloin 1 1/2 lbs.qFish fillets of choice 4 (8-oz.) fillets

    (i.e. halibut, haddock, orangeroughy, red snapper, etc.)

    __ Whole-wheat bread__ Low-fat milk__ Parmesan cheese__ Low-fat salad dressing__ Brown sugar

    __ Natural peanut butter__ Soft tub margarine__ Light Miracle Whip

    __ Jam or preserves__ MustardP

    ANTRY

    m = These items are for your breakfast, lunch

    & snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q = These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

    WEEK 1 GrocEry lIst

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    snAcK1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .401 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip or

    light mayo; mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    tomato, lettuce, other veggies . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    1 oz. baked chips (912 chips) . . . . . . . . .120

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr1 cup Spaghetti with Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . .300

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 slice garlic bread (whole-wheat

    bread if possible) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1601 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1789

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 / 2 g r a p e f r u i t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7

    snAcK6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 large wheat pita (6 1/2). . . . . . . . . . . . .1704 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 oz. (slice) cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1/2 Tbsp. mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

    tomato, cucumber, lettuce, sprouts,

    other veggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    4 celery sticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

    1 cup raw broccoli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr2 cups Stir-fry with Chicken or Shrimp. . . .305

    3/4 cup brown rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

    1 cup fresh fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK1/2 cucumber, sliced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1813

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncHLean Cuisine or Healthy Choice frozen

    entre 450 calories OR 2 cups leftover

    chicken or shrimp stir-fry with 1/2

    cup brown rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450

    1 1/2 cups grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese . . . . . . . . . .80

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr1 Chicken Enchilada with Salsa and

    1 Tbsp. light sour cream. . . . . . . . . . . . .290

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1789

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1101 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter . . . . . . . . . . .100

    snAcK1 cup (about 20) sugar snap peas . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 grilled or baked chicken breast . . . . . . . .1404 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . .100

    1/4 cup low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 slice whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr6 oz. Marinated Fish (i.e., halibut, haddock,

    orange roughy, red snapper, etc.) . . . . . .260

    4 cups steamed baby red potatoes

    (no butter, use herbs to season). . . . . . . .70

    1 cup steamed broccoli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .901 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcorn

    or plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    1 cup melon (i.e., cantaloupe,

    watermelon, honeydew) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1798

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast. . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    2 tsp. butter or soft tub margarine . . . . . . . .66

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 nectarine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

    1 string cheese (part-skim mozzarella). . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 1/2 cups broth-based soup. . . . . . . . . . .150

    1 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 oz. (slice) cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

    1 orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. ranch dip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Broiled or Grilled Lemon Chicken (1 breast)

    with Roasted Veggies (1 1/2 cups). . . . .330

    1/2 cup fresh fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1/2 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1/2 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1799

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1/2 can tuna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    4 oz. Marinated Turkey Tenderloin . . . . . . .170

    1/2 cup Uncle Bens Long Grain and

    Wild Rice Fast Cook Recipe . . . . . . . . . .100

    1/2 cup green peas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    1 cup fresh fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcorn

    or plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1794

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    dAIryqShredded, low-fat 1 cup

    cheddar cheesemLight yogurt 4 (6-oz.)

    containersmEggs 1/2 dozenqLight sour cream 1/2 cup

    GrAInqWhole-wheat tortillas 8 eachmWhole-wheat dinner rolls 1 eachqWhole-wheat dinner rolls 8 eachqWhole-wheat buns 4 eachqWhole-wheat pasta 16 oz.

    of choice

    PAcKAGEd GoodsqDijon mustard 2 tbsp.qFermented black beans 1/3 cupqTomato paste 1 (6 oz.) canqSloppy joe seasoning 1 packetqTaco seasoning 1 packetqBlack beans 1 (15-oz.) canqReduced-Fat Cream 1 (10 3/4-oz.)

    of Mushroom Soup canqSalsa 1 cupqSliced black olives 1 (2.25-oz.) can

    FruIt

    mApples 2 eachmBananas 2 eachmBerries 1/2 cupmGrapes 3/4 lb.m

    Grapefruit 1 eachmPears 1 eachmMelons 1 cupmNectarines 1 eachmOranges 2 eachmPeaches 1 eachmKiwis 1 eachmPlums 2 eachmTangerines 1 eachqMixed fruit of choice 2 cups

    VEGEtABlEs

    mBaby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagmCucumbers 2 eachmSugar snap peas 1 small bag

    (or 1 cup)qGreen onions/scallions 8 eachmDark, leafy green 1 (5-oz.) bag

    salad mixqDark, leafy green 1 (7-oz.) bag

    salad mixqBaby spinach 1 (16-oz.) bagmTomato 2 eachqTomato 2 each

    qRoma tomatoes OR 12 each ORcherry or grape tomatoes 1 carton

    mBroccoli florets 1/4 lb.mRaw vegetables of choice 4 cups

    FroZEn Foods

    mLean Cuisine or 1 eachHealthy Choice frozenentre 350 calories

    qFrozen broccoli spears 1 (10-oz.) bagqFrozen, mixed vegetables 2 cups

    of choice

    MEAtmTuna in spring water 1 (6-oz.) canmLean turkey deli meat 8 slicesqSalmon fillets 2 lbs.mBoneless, skinless 1 each

    chicken breastsqBoneless, skinless 3 lbs.chicken breasts

    qBoneless, skinless 1 lb.chicken breasts orextra-lean ground beef

    qExtra-lean ground beef 1 lb.or turkey

    __ Whole-wheat bread__ Low-fat milk__ Orange-juice

    (calcium-fortified)__ Kashi cereal or Cheerios

    __ Low-fat salad dressing

    __ Brown sugar__ Natural peanut butter__ Soft tub margarine__ Light Miracle Whip

    __ Jam or preserves

    __ Mustard__ Parmesan cheese__ Oatmeal__ Light sour cream__ Frozen yogurt__ Baked chips

    __ Whole-wheat pita bread__ Fat-free popcorn__ Whole-wheat pretzels__ Mixed nuts

    PA

    NTRY

    m = These items are for your breakfast, lunch

    & snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q = These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    1/2 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (57 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice

    frozen entre 350 calories . . . . . . . . . .350

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    6 oz. Steamed Salmon with BlackBean Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358

    1/2 cup steamed mixed vegetables . . . . . . .25

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 cup melon (i.e., cantaloupe,

    watermelon, honeydew) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1782

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    1 tsp. butter or soft tub margarine . . . . . . . .33

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 / 2 g r a p e f r u i t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip or

    light mayo; mustard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    tomato, lettuce, other veggies . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 tangerine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

    1/2 cup raw broccoli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

    1 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    1/2 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (57 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Sloppy Joe (1/2 cup) on a whole-wheat bun . .300

    1 cup raw veggies (i.e., carrots, celery,

    broccoli, cucumber, cherry tomatoes) . . .40

    3 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

    1/2 cup fresh fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3/4 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

    1/2 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1785

    dAy 1 dAy 2

    WEEK 2 MEAl PlAns

    8

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    10/64

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 nectarine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1/2 can tuna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1 oz. baked chips (912 chips) . . . . . . . . .120

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1/2 cucumber, sliced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

    1 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Sliced Seasoned Chicken over Spinach Salad

    (1 chicken breast, 3 cups spinach salad) . .357

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1801

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 pear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

    1 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter . . . . . . . . . . .100

    snAcK

    1 cup (about 20) sugar snap peas . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 large wheat pita (6 1/2). . . . . . . . . . . . .170

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1/2 Tbsp. mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

    tomato, cucumber, lettuce, sprouts,

    other veggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    2 cups Chicken Divan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcorn

    or plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    1 kiwi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1786

    dAy 3 dAy 4

    WEEK 2 MEAl PlAns

    9

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    11/64

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast. . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 grilled or baked chicken breast . . . . . . . .140

    4 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . .100

    1/4 cup low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    1 1/2 cups Roasted Tomato Pasta . . . . . . .502

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1/2 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1782

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    peanut butter (1 Tbsp.) and jelly or

    jam (1 Tbsp.) sandwich on whole-wheat

    bread (2 slices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350

    1/2 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    2 Soft Tacos:

    2 whole-wheat tortillas . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150

    4 oz. taco meat (extra-lean ground

    beef or chicken) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190

    1/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese . . . . . . . .50

    lettuce, tomato, olives, etc.. . . . . . . . . . . .30

    1/4 cup salsa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

    1 Tbsp. light sour cream. . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

    1/3 cup black beans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1798

    dAy 5 dAy 6

    WEEK 2 MEAl PlAns

    10

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    12/64

    dAIryqLow-fat cheddar cheese 1 cupmLight yogurt 4 (6-oz.)

    containersmEggs 1/2 dozenqLight sour cream 1/2 cupmLow-fat cottage cheese 1 small containermPart-skim mozzarella 1 each

    string cheese

    GrAInqInstant brown rice 3 cups cookedmWhole-wheat dinner rolls 1 each

    qWhole-wheat dinner rolls 8 eachqWild rice 4 cups cookedqWhole-wheat tortillas 8 each

    PAcKAGEd GoodsqFat-free refried beans 3 (16-oz.) cansqSalsa 1 cupqSlivered almonds 1/3 cupqFat-free chicken broth 1/4 cupmHealthy Choice 1 can

    broth-based soupqMarinades of choice 2 bottles

    (mesquite, teriyaki)qApricot preserves 2 Tbsp.

    FruIt

    qLemons 4 eachmApples 2 eachmBananas 2 eachm

    Berries 1 1/2 cupmGrapes 1 lb.mGrapefruit 1 eachmTangerines 1 eachmMelons 1 cup eachmNectarines 1 eachmOranges 1 eachqOranges 2 eachmPeaches 2 eachmPears 1 eachqFresh fruit of choice 2 cups

    VEGEtABlEs

    mBaby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagmCucumbers 2 eachmSugar snap peas 1 small bag

    (or 1 1/2 cups)mCelery 1 stalkmTomatoes 3 eachqTomatoes 1 eachmBroccoli florets 1/4 lb.qFresh cilantro 3 Tbsp.qRed potatoes 1 lb.qCrookneck squash 1 each

    qZucchini squash 1 eachqPortabella mushrooms 2 eachqRed onions 1 eachmDark, leafy green 5 oz.

    salad mixqDark, leafy green 14 oz.

    salad mixqSweet potatoes 4 each

    FroZEn Foods

    qFrozen, mixed 2 cupsvegetables of choice

    qFrozen, stir-fry vegetables 1 (16-oz.) bagmLean Cuisine or 1 each

    Healthy Choice frozenentre 425 calories

    MEAtmTuna in spring water 1 (6-oz.) canm

    Lean turkey deli meat 8 slicesqHalibut fillets 4 (8-oz.) filletsmBoneless, skinless 1 each

    chicken breastsqBoneless, skinless 4 lbs.

    chicken breastsqLean London Broil 2 lbs.

    (flank steak may besubstituted)

    __ Whole-wheat bread__ Low-fat milk__ Low-fat salad dressing__ Brown sugar__ Orange juice

    (calcium-fortified)

    __ Kashi

    cereal or Cheerios

    __ Natural peanut butter__ Soft tub margarine__ Light Miracle Whip

    __ Jam or preserves__ 94% fat-free popcorn

    __ Oatmeal__ Light sour cream__ Instant brown rice__ Mustard__ Mixed nuts__ Cheese slices (low-fat)

    __ Frozen yogurt__ Whole-wheat pretzels__ Whole-wheat pita bread__ Baked chips__ Ranch dip

    PAN

    TRY

    m = These items are for your breakfast, lunch

    & snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q = These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

    WEEK 3 GrocEry lIst

    11

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    13/64

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .601 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter . . . . . . . . . . .100

    snAcK

    1/2 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip or

    light mayo; mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    tomato, lettuce, other veggies . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    1 oz. baked chips (912 chips) . . . . . . . . .120water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    1 cup Orange Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264

    1/2 cup Lemon Dill Rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

    1/2 cup steamed vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. ranch dip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1794

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1101 / 2 g r a p e f r u i t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7

    snAcK

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 large wheat pita (6 1/2). . . . . . . . . . . . .170

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 oz. (slice) cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1/2 Tbsp. mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

    tomato, cucumber, lettuce, sprouts,

    other veggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    4 celery sticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

    1 cup raw broccoli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 tangerine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    2 Soft Bean Burritos:

    2 soft whole-wheat tortillas. . . . . . . . . . .150

    1 cup beans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220

    1 oz. (1/4 cup) shredded cheese

    (part-skim mozzarella) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

    lettuce, tomatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

    1 Tbsp. light sour cream. . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

    1/4 cup salsa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1/2 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1799

    dAy 1 dAy 2

    WEEK 3 MEAl PlAns

    12

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    14/64

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice frozen

    entre 425 calories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .425

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. ranch dip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    6 oz. Steamed or Broiled Halibut . . . . . . . .243

    1/2 cup Seasoned, Boiled Red Potatoes. . . .692 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1813

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter . . . . . . . . . . .100

    snAcK

    1 string cheese (part-skim mozzarella). . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 grilled or baked chicken breast . . . . . . . .140

    4 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . .100

    1/4 cup low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 slice whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 nectarine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

    1/2 cup (about 10) sugar snap peas . . . . . .40

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    1 Mesquite-Marinated Chicken Breast . . . .170

    1 medium sweet potato, baked . . . . . . . . .115

    2 tsp. butter or soft tub margarine . . . . . . . .66

    1/2 cup fruit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcorn

    or plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1803

    dAy 3 dAy 4

    WEEK 3 MEAl PlAns

    13

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    15/64

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast. . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    1 cup (about 20) sugar snap peas . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 1/4 cups broth-based soup. . . . . . . . . . .125

    1 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 oz. (slice) cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

    1 orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 pear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    4 oz. Grilled, Marinated London Broil . . . . .262

    1/2 cup Grilled Vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1/2 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1/2 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1815

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1/2 can tuna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1/2 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (57 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Teriyaki Chicken, 1 breast . . . . . . . . . . . . .177

    1 cup stir-fried vegetables with teriyaki sauce . .80

    3/4 cup brown rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 cup melon (i.e., cantaloupe,

    watermelon, honeydew) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    1/2 cucumber, sliced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1794

    dAy 5 dAy 6

    WEEK 3 MEAl PlAns

    14

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    16/64

    dAIryqHalf-and-half 1/4 cupqButter 1 Tbsp.qShredded, low-fat 1/2 cup

    cheddar cheese

    qLight sour cream 1/2 cupmLight yogurt 2 (6-oz.)

    containersmEggs 1/2 dozenmLow-fat cottage cheese 1 (8-oz.)

    container

    GrAInmWhole-wheat dinner rolls 1 eachqWhole-wheat dinner rolls 12 each

    qWhole-wheat buns 4 eachqLinguine (whole-wheat) 16 oz.

    PAcKAGEd GoodsqBaked tortilla chips 4 oz.qFat-free chicken broth 1/4 cupqTaco seasoning 1 packetqPowdered ranch 1 packet

    dressing mixqBaked beans 1 (28-oz.) canq

    Sliced black olives 1 (2.5-oz.) canqSlivered almonds 1/2 cupqFat-free refried beans 2 (16-oz.) cansqSalsa 1 cupqMandarin oranges 1 (15-oz.) can

    FruIt

    qGranny Smith apples 1 eachmApples 1 eachmBananas 2 eachmBerries 1 cupmGrapes 1/2 lb.mGrapefruit 1 eachmKiwis 1 eachmMelons 1 cupmNectarines 1 eachmPeaches 2 eachmPears 2 eachmPlums 2 eachmTangerines 2 each

    qFresh fruit of choice 2 cups VEGEtABlEs

    mBaby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagmCucumbers 2 each

    mSugar snap peas 1 small bag(or 1/2 cup)

    mTomatoes 2 eachqTomatoes 3 eachqAsparagus spears 28 eachmBroccoli florets 1/4 lb.qBroccoli florets 3/4 lb.qCilantro 1 1/2 Tbsp.qJicama 1/2 eachqSliced mushrooms 8 oz.

    qGreen onions 4 eachqRed onions 1/4 eachqRed bell peppers 1 eachqSnow peas 2 cupsmDark, leafy green 5 oz.

    salad mixqDark, leafy green 20 oz.

    salad mixqBaby spinach 1 (10-oz.) bagqSmall potatoes 4 each

    (for baking)

    FroZEn Foods

    mLean Cuisine or Healthy 1 eachChoice frozen entre450 calories

    MEAtmTuna in spring water 1 (6-oz.) canmLean turkey deli meat 8 slicesqExtra-lean ground beef 1 lb.qLean pork tenderloin 2 lbs.qBoneless, skinless 1 lb.

    chicken breasts orprecooked shrimp

    qBoneless, skinless 3 lbs.chicken breasts

    qFish fillets of choice 4 (8-oz.) fillets

    __ Whole-wheat bread__ Whole-wheat pretzels__ Baked chips__ Whole-wheat pita bread__ Oatmeal__ Kashi cereal or Cheerios

    __ Low-fat milk__ Low-fat salad dressing__ Orange juice

    (calcium-fortified)

    __ Frozen yogurt__ Brown sugar__ Natural peanut butter__ Soft tub margarine__ Light Miracle Whip__ Jam or preserves

    __ 94% fat-free popcorn__ Mixed nuts__ Mustard

    P

    ANTRY

    m = These items are for your breakfast, lunch

    & snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q = These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

    WEEK 4 GrocEry lIst

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    17/64

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 1/2 cups Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . 1 8 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice frozenentre 450 calories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    4 oz. Creole Pork Tenderloin . . . . . . . . . . .231

    1/2 cup Apple Jicama Salsa. . . . . . . . . . . . .67

    6 steamed asparagus spears . . . . . . . . . . . .22

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1822

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whitesand 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 / 2 g r a p e f r u i t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7

    snAcK

    1 nectarine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip or

    mayo; mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    tomato, lettuce, other veggies . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 pear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

    1 cup raw broccoli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Taco Salad:10 baked tortilla chips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

    3/4 cup extra-lean ground beef

    with taco seasoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

    1/2 cup refried beans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

    2 Tbsp. light cheddar cheese . . . . . . . . . .35

    2 Tbsp. sliced olives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

    2 cups salad greens with tomato . . . . . . .30

    3 Tbsp. light sour cream. . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

    1/4 cup salsa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121/2 cup fruit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 kiwi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese . . . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1793

    dAy 1 dAy 2

    WEEK 4 MEAl PlAns

    16

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    18/64

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .451 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter . . . . . . . . . . .100

    snAcK

    1 tangerine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1/2 can tuna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1 oz. baked chips (912 chips) . . . . . . . . .120

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1/2 cucumber, sliced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    2 cups Pasta Primavera with shrimp

    or chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .448

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1/2 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1806

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whitesand 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 large wheat pita (6 1/2). . . . . . . . . . . . .170

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1/2 Tbsp. mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

    tomato, cucumber, lettuce, sprouts,

    other veggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1081 peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    1/2 cup (about 10) sugar snap peas . . . . . .40

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Chicken Breast Sandwich on

    whole-wheat bun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255

    1 Tbsp. sauce (i.e., light mayo, Light

    Miracle Whip, light honey mustard). . . . .50

    veggies for sandwich (lettuce, tomato, etc.) . .10

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .501/2 cup baked beans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcorn

    or plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1815

    dAy 3 dAy 4

    WEEK 4 MEAl PlAns

    17

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast. . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    2 tsp. butter, jam or soft tub margarine . . . .66

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .112

    snAcK

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 grilled or baked chicken breast . . . . . . . .140

    4 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . .100

    1/4 cup low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    1 tangerine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 pear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    6 oz. Balsamic-Glazed Steamed Fish . . . . .261

    1 small baked potato (top with 1 1/2 Tbsp.light sour cream and sprinkle with

    powdered ranch dressing mix) . . . . . . . .200

    1/2 cup steamed broccoli . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 cup melon (i.e., cantaloupe,

    watermelon, honeydew) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1798

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    peanut butter (1 Tbsp.) and jelly or

    jam (1 Tbsp.) sandwich on whole-wheat

    bread (2 slices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    1 Marinated Chicken Breast . . . . . . . . . . . .170

    spinach salad:

    2 cups spinach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

    1/4 cup mandarin oranges . . . . . . . . . . . .23

    1/8 cup slivered almonds . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

    2 Tbsp. fat-free vinaigrette . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3/4 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

    1 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1825

    dAy 5 dAy 6

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    dAIrymLight yogurt 3 (6-oz.)

    containersm

    Eggs 1/2 dozenqPart-skim 1/2 cupmozzarella cheese

    qOrange juice concentrate 8 fl. oz.qLight sour cream 1/3 cup

    GrAInqWhole-wheat dinner rolls 8 eachqWhole-wheat linguine 16 oz.qInstant brown rice 3 cups cooked

    PAcKAGEd GoodsqSlivered almonds 1/2 cupqPowdered ranch 1 packet

    dressing mixqFat-free chicken broth 3 cupsqCanned, red kidney beans 2 (15-oz.) cansmHealthy Choice 1 can

    broth-based soupqDiced or crushed 2 (14-oz.) cans

    stewed tomatoes

    qChili seasoning mix 1 packetqFat-free vinaigrette 1/2 cupqDry red wine (optional) 1/2 cupqDrained capers 1 Tbsp.

    (in the Asian section)qBlack or green olives 1 (2.25-oz.) canqMinced anchovies 1 Tbsp.qMandarin oranges 1 (15-oz.) can

    FruIt

    mBerries 1 1/2 cupsmBananas 1 eachmApples 2 eachmGrapefruit 1 eachmGrapes 1 1/2 lbs.mPears 1 eachmPlums 1 eachmOranges 1 eachmFresh fruit of choice 4 cups

    VEGEtABlEs

    mBaby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagm

    Cucumbers 2 eachmSugar snap peas 1 small bag(or 1 cup)

    mCelery 1 stalkmTomatoes 3 eachmBroccoli florets 1/4 lb.qBroccoli florets 1/2 lb.qOnions 1 eachqSmall potatoes for baking 4 eachqShallots 8 to 10 eachqBaby spinach 1 (10-oz.) bagmDark, leafy green 5 oz.

    salad mixqDark, leafy green 26 oz.

    salad mixqRoma tomatoes OR 12 (about 2 lbs) OR

    canned diced tomatoes 2 (28-oz.) cansqRaw veggies of choice 6 cups

    FroZEn Foods

    qBirds Eye Frozen 1 (28-oz.) bagVegetable Stir-Fry

    mLean Cuisine or 1 eachHealthy Choice frozenentre 425 calories

    MEAtmTuna in spring water 1 (6-oz.) canmLean turkey deli meat 8 slicesqDeli sliced turkey, 1 lb. (or 3 cups)

    chicken, or hamqExtra-lean ground beef 1/2 lb.mBoneless, skinless 1 each

    chicken breastsqBoneless, skinless 2 1/2 lbs.

    chicken breastsqPrecooked shrimp 1 lb.

    or boneless, skinlesschicken breasts

    qTurkey tenderloin 1 1/2 lbs.qFish of choice 4 (8-oz.) fillets

    __ Whole-wheat bread__ Kashi cereal or Cheerios__ Orange juice

    (calcium-fortified)__ Low-fat milk__ Low-fat salad dressing

    __ Brown sugar__ Natural peanut butter__ Soft tub margarine__ Light Miracle Whip__ Jam or preserves

    __ 94% fat-free popcorn__ Oatmeal__ Light sour cream__ Instant brown rice__ Mixed nuts__ Whole-wheat pita bread

    __ Cheese slices (low-fat)__ Ranch dip__ Frozen yogurt__ Whole-wheat pretzels

    PA

    NTRY

    m = These items are for your breakfast, lunch

    & snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q = These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    snAcK

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .2004 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip or light

    mayo; mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    tomato, lettuce, other veggies . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    1 oz. baked chips (912 chips) . . . . . . . . .120

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    2 1/2 cups Stir-fry with Chicken or Shrimp . .386

    3/4 cup brown rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1621 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1792

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1101 / 2 g r a p e f r u i t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 large wheat pita (6 1/2). . . . . . . . . . . . .170

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 oz. (slice) cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1/2 Tbsp. mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

    tomato, cucumber, lettuce, sprouts,

    other veggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    4 celery sticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

    1 cup raw broccoli. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    4 oz. Turkey Saltimbocca with

    Marsala Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241

    1 small baked potato (top with

    1 1/2 Tbsp. light sour cream and sprinkle

    with powdered ranch dressing mix) . . . .200

    1/2 cup steamed broccoli . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

    1 cup fresh fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1/2 cucumber, sliced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1807

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice frozen

    entre 425 calories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .425

    1 1/2 cups grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    1 1/2 cups Chili (use extra-lean ground

    beef or lean ground turkey). . . . . . . . . . .300

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll or breadstick . . . .901 cup raw veggies (i.e., carrots, celery,

    broccoli, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes) 40

    3 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1799

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter . . . . . . . . . . .100

    snAcK

    1 cup (about 20) sugar snap peas . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 grilled or baked chicken breast . . . . . . . .140

    4 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . .100

    1/4 cup low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 slice whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    6 oz. Fish Fillet with Orange-Rosemary Sauce . .297

    spinach salad:2 cups spinach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

    1/4 cup mandarin oranges . . . . . . . . . . . .23

    1/8 cup slivered almonds . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

    2 Tbsp. fat-free vinaigrette . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcorn

    or plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1805

    dAy 3 dAy 4

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast. . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    2 tsp. butter or soft tub margarine . . . . . . . .66

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 pear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 1/2 cups broth-based soup. . . . . . . . . . .150

    1 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 oz. (slice) cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

    1 orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Chef Salad

    4 cups mixed greens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    3/4 cup diced turkey, chicken or

    lean ham (from deli) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160

    1 hard-boiled egg, sliced . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

    2 Tbsp. part-skim mozzarella cheese . . . .35

    vegetables of choice (tomato, cucumber,

    broccoli, peas, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1/4 cup low-fat dressing. . . . . . . . . . . . .1001 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1/2 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1/2 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1815

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whitesand 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1/2 can tuna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1 Tbsp. ranch dip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Chicken Puttanesca (1 chicken breast

    with sauce) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234

    1 cup whole-wheat pasta. . . . . . . . . . . . . .174

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcornor plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1797

    dAy 5 dAy 6

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    dAIryqLight sour cream 1/2 cupqShredded, low-fat 1 cup

    cheddar cheeseqShredded, part-skim 1 cup

    mozzarella cheeseqNon-fat ricotta cheese 1 (15-oz.)

    containermEggs 1/2 dozenqEggs 5 eachmLight yogurt 3 (6-oz.)

    containers

    GrAInmWhole-wheat dinner rolls 1 eachqWhole-wheat dinner rolls 8 eachq

    Whole-wheat tortillas 8 eachqBrown rice 2 cups cookedqLasagna noodles 12 each

    PAcKAGEd GoodsqBetty Crocker Instant 1 (3.5-oz.) box

    Herb Mashed PotatoesqUNCLE BENS Long Grain 1 (6.2-oz.) box

    and Wild Rice (Fast Cook)qApricot jam 1/2 cupqTomato juice (or Spicy V-8) 2 cups

    qCatsup 1/2 cupqLow-fat beef broth 1 (15-oz.) canqSpaghetti sauce 1 (28-oz.) jarqBlack beans 1 (15-oz.) can

    FruIt

    qLemons 2 eachqLimes 1 eachmApples 2 eachm

    Bananas 3 eachmBerries 1/2 cupmGrapes 1 lb.mGrapefruit 1 eachmMelons 1/2 cupmNectarines 1 eachmOranges 2 eachmPeaches 2 eachmPears 1 eachmPlums 2 eachmTangerines 1 each

    qFresh fruit of choice 2 cups

    VEGEtABlEs

    mBaby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagqCarrots, large 3 eachmCucumbers 2 eachmSugar snap peas 1 small bag

    (or 1/2 cup)mBroccoli florets 1/4 lb.qBroccoli florets 1 lb.qAsparagus (fresh 24 spears

    or frozen)qBean sprouts 1 handfulqBell peppers 2 eachqJalapeno peppers 1/2 eachqCilantro (fresh) 1/4 bunchqGreen beans (frozen, 4 cups

    fresh, or canned)qGreen onions 1 bunch+ 3 onions

    qOnions 3 eachqRed onions 1/4 eachqShallots 3 eachmTomatoes 3 eachqTomatoes 7 eachmDark, leafy green 5 oz.

    salad mixqDark, leafy green 13 oz.

    salad mixqRusset potatoes 2 each

    FroZEn Foods

    qFrozen peas 1 cupmLean Cuisine or 1 each

    Healthy Choice frozenentre 350 calories

    MEAtmLean turkey deli meat 8 slicesmTuna in spring water 1 (6-oz.) canqBeef stew meat 1 lb.qExtra-lean ground beef 1/2 lb.qBoneless, lean ham 1 1/2 lbs.

    (fully cooked)qDiced lean ham 1/3 lb. (1 cup)mBoneless, skinless 1 each

    chicken breastsqBoneless, skinless 3 lbs.

    chicken breastsqWhole salmon, cleaned 2 to 3 lbs.

    __ Whole-wheat bread__ Kashi cereal or Cheerios__ Orange juice

    (calcium-fortified)__ Low-fat milk__ Low-fat salad dressing

    __ Brown sugar__ Natural peanut butter__ Soft tub margarine__ Light Miracle Whip

    __ Jam or preserves__ 94% fat-free popcorn__ Oatmeal__ Baked chips__ Whole-wheat pretzels__ Whole-wheat pita bread

    __ Ranch dip__ Mixed nuts__ Frozen yogurt__ Mustard

    PANTRY

    m = These items are for your breakfast, lunch

    & snack menus and will allow for 1 serving

    q = These items are for your DInner menus and

    will allow for 4 servings

    WEEK 6 GrocEry lIst

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    1/2 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (57 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    Lean Cuisine or Healthy Choice frozen

    entre 350 calories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. ranch dip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    1 1/2 cups Beef or Chicken Stew. . . . . . . .3302 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll (or breadstick) . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1/2 cup melon (i.e., cantaloupe,

    watermelon, honeydew) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1814

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    1 tsp. butter or soft tub margarine . . . . . . . .33

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 / 2 g r a p e f r u i t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7

    snAcK

    1 pear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip or

    mayo; mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    tomato, lettuce, other veggies . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 tangerine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

    1/2 cup raw broccoli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

    1 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    1 cup Tiny Spicy Chicken. . . . . . . . . . . . . .322

    1/2 cup Ham Fried Rice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169

    1 cup steamed green beans. . . . . . . . . . . . .44

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    3/4 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

    1/2 cup berries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1789

    dAy 1 dAy 2

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 nectarine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    2 slices whole-wheat bread . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1/2 can tuna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1 oz. baked chips (912 chips) . . . . . . . . .120

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    1 peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1/2 cucumber, sliced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

    1 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    Lasagna (2x 4 piece) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320

    2 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . . .50

    2 Tbsp. low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1814

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup Kashi cereal or Cheerios . . . . . . . . 1 2 0

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    1 slice whole-wheat toast . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter . . . . . . . . . . .100

    snAcK

    1/2 cup (about 10) sugar snap peas . . . . . .40

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 large wheat pita (6 1/2). . . . . . . . . . . . .170

    4 slices lean turkey or other lean deli meat . .40

    1 Tbsp. Light Miracle Whip. . . . . . . . . . . . .35

    1/2 Tbsp. mustard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

    tomato, cucumber, lettuce, sprouts,

    other veggies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

    1 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (1015 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

    1 plum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    2 Soft Chicken Tacos with Black Beans

    (with Salsa) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .557

    1/2 cup fresh fruit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    3 cups 94% fat-free microwave popcorn

    or plain popcorn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1780

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    BrEAKFAst CALORIES2 slices whole-wheat toast. . . . . . . . . . . . .200

    1 Tbsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 oz. (handful) mixed nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    luncH

    1 grilled or baked chicken breast . . . . . . . .140

    4 cups tossed greens with veggies . . . . . .100

    1/4 cup low-fat dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    1 whole-wheat dinner roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

    2 tsp. jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

    1/2 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 orange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    4 oz. Baked Lean Ham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233

    1/2 cup Betty Crocker

    Instant HerbMashed Potatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160

    1 cup steamed broccoli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    3/4 cup frozen yogurt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

    1 medium peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    totAl 1844

    BrEAKFAst CALORIES1 cup oatmeal (prepared, not dry) . . . . . . .140

    2 tsp. brown sugar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

    2 scrambled eggs (use 2 egg whites

    and 1 yolk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

    1 cup orange juice (calcium-fortified). . . . .110

    snAcK

    6 oz. light yogurt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

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    peanut butter (1 Tbsp.) and jelly or

    jam (1 Tbsp.) sandwich on whole-wheat

    bread (2 slices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350

    1/2 cup grapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

    1/2 oz. whole-wheat pretzels

    (57 small knots) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

    1015 baby carrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

    2 Tbsp. ranch dip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

    1 cup low-fat milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    snAcK

    1 banana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    dInnEr

    6 oz. Baked Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273

    2 Tbsp. Spicy Apricot Glaze. . . . . . . . . . . . .78

    1/2 cup Uncle Bens Long Grain

    and Wild Rice Fast Cook Recipe . . . . . . .100

    6 steamed asparagus spears . . . . . . . . . . . .22

    water or diet beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

    snAcK

    1 apple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

    water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

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    dAIrymLight yogurt 4 (6-oz.)

    containersmEggs 1/2 dozenm

    Lowfat cottage cheese 1 (8-oz.)container

    mPart-skim mozzarella 1 eachstring cheese

    GrAInqInstant brown rice 2 cups cookedqNear East Couscous 1 (5.8-oz.) boxqCracked wheat bulgar 1 cupqWhole-wheat spaghetti 12 oz.

    qWhole-wheat 4 eachsandwich buns

    qWhole-wheat breadsticks 4 each

    PAcKAGEd GoodsqSlivered almonds 1/2 cupqFat-free vinaigrette 1/2 cupqTomato paste 1 (6-oz.) canqBBQ sauce (low sodium, 1 (18-oz.) bottle

    if possible)qSpaghetti sauce 1 (28-oz.) jarmHealthy Choice 1 can

    broth-based soupqAu jus seasoning mix 1 packetqMandarin oranges 1 (15-oz.) can

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    mApples 2 eachmBananas 1 eachmBerries 1 1/2 cups

    mGrapes 1 lb.mGrapefruit 1 eachmKiwis 1 eachmNectarines 1 eachmOranges 2 eachmPeaches 1 eachmPears 1 eachmTangerines 1 eachqFresh fruit of choice 11 cups

    VEGEtABlEsmBaby carrots 1 (1-lb.) bagmSugar snap peas 1 small bag

    (or 1 1/2 cups)m

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