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Meals for a Healthy Diet Schedule

Apr 4, 2011 | By Brian Willett
Meals for a Healthy Diet Schedule
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Of the countless diet plans available, many are overly restrictive and prohibit many types of foods. For effective and safe weight loss, the Weight-Control Information Network suggests a diet that is generally low in sugars and saturated fat and high in lean meats, fruits, vegetables and dairy. Meals that follow this plan allow you to enjoy a variety of foods while losing weight efficiently. Consult a doctor before beginning a diet.

Pork Chop Salad with Asparagus

Salads tend to be low in calories, as mixed greens contain few. Combine a salad with a lean cut of meat, such as a pork chop, for a protein-rich meal with little saturated fat. A side of 1/2 cup asparagus provides just 20 calories and 2 g of fiber, which can help you feel full. Although not all cuts of pork are lean, a 4 oz. pork chop provides 120 calories, with 23 g of protein, 4.5 g of total fat and just 1.5 g of saturated fat.

Grilled Chicken Taco with Salsa

Make a chicken taco with salsa as a low-calorie alternative to traditional, beef and cheese-filled tacos. A grilled chicken breast contains very little fat with a lot of protein and is low in calories, which makes it a staple in any healthy diet. Salsa provides spice and flavor with just 10 calories and no fat per 2 tbsp. serving. A typical taco shell provides just 60 calories.

Bison Sirloin Hamburger

One issue you may face on your diet is the inability to indulge in your favorite high-calorie foods, such as hamburgers. However, a 3 oz. serving of grilled bison sirloin contains just 145 calories with 5 g of fat, 2 g of saturated fat and 24 g of protein. Serve it on a wheat bun, which provides 110 calories. Dressing the burger with ketchup or pickles rather than cheese will help you save calories as well.

Cottage Cheese and Blueberry Parfait

Many diet plans restrict desserts, which can lead to uncontrollable cravings that may derail your progress. For a healthy dessert, make a parfait with cottage cheese and fresh blueberries. Prepare the cottage cheese by mixing it with a low-calorie sugar substitute in a blender or with a hand-mixer. Alternate layers of cottage cheese with blueberries for a sweet, low-calorie parfait. One cup of blueberries provides just 84 calories and no fat, while one cup of 1 percent cottage cheese contains 162 calories with 2 g of fat and 28 g of protein.

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Article reviewed by Marianne C Last updated on: Apr 4, 2011

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