If you plan your menus according to the following guidelines you will be able to meet the required protein, net carbohydrate, fat and fluid nutritional needs to promote optimal weight loss and maintain a healthy nutritional status. | ||
For Males | For Females | |
Breakfast
|
14-21 grams of protein
15 grams of carbohydrates 10 grams of fat |
14-21 grams of protein
15 grams of carbohydrates 10 grams of fat |
Snack
|
15 grams of protein
0-5 grams of carbohydrates 0-5 grams of fat |
15 grams of protein
0-5 grams of carbohydrates 0-5 grams of fat |
Lunch
|
21 grams of protein
10-15 grams of carbohydrates 5 grams of fat |
14-21 grams of protein
10-15 grams of carbohydrates 5 grams of fat |
Snack
|
15 grams of protein
0-5 grams of carbohydrates 0-5 grams of fat |
15 grams of protein
0-5 grams of carbohydrates 0-5 grams of fat |
Dinner
|
21 grams of protein
10-15 grams of carbohydrates 5-10 grams of fat |
14-21 grams of protein
10-15 grams of carbohydrates 5-10 grams of fat |
Totals | 86-93 grams of protein
35-55 grams of carbohydrates 20-35 grams of fat |
72-93 grams of protein
35-55 grams of carbohydrates 20-35 grams of fat |
Sip on a minimum of 64-80 ounces of calorie free fluids throughout the day.
Avoid drinking 5-10 minutes before and 20-30 minutes after meals. Avoid drinking during a meal! |