500 Calorie Diet Plan
Remember Any weight loss plan should be well-balanced and monitored by a nutritional expert. A 500 calorie plan, in particular, should be developed by a dietician and should include moderate daily exercise. The sample 500 calorie plan below should not be started without consulting your healthcare provider.
- Breakfast. Forget the idea of eating a healthy breakfast on a 500 calorie diet. A typical breakfast might consist of 8 ounces of skim milk or decaffeinated tea. If you need sweetening, use stevia or saccharin. A low calorie fruit (oranges, grapes, melons or grapefruit) can be eaten. No bread or cereal allowed. It is critical to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- Lunch. Again, no breads or grains should be eaten. Your nutritionist may recommend a vegetable soup made with broccoli, cabbage, spinach and other leafy vegetables. Fish or boiled chicken in small amounts can be eaten. Salads made with uncooked vegetables can be added for lunch. Just be aware that salad dressings and oils are not allowed. Try a little lemon juice on your salad instead. Again, don't forget to drink about 16 ounces of water at lunch.
- Dinner. Dinner will likely be very similar to lunch. Soups, salads, and small amounts of fish or chicken will be the staples of a 500 calorie diet. Don't forget the water!
