Yes! Meal plans are meant to be enjoyed, so feel free to mix and match meals if there’s one you don’t like, or browse some of our other Mediterranean diet recipes<\/a> for additional inspiration. We aimed for 1,800 calories and a minimum of 80 grams of protein and 30 grams of fiber per day, though most days came in higher in protein and fiber than that. If you’re closely monitoring calories or other nutrients and making a swap, you may want to choose a meal that has a similar nutrition profile or plan to adjust a snack or two.<\/p>"
}
}
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{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Can I eat the same breakfast or lunch every day?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " If you prefer to eat the same breakfast or lunch every day, go for it! The breakfasts have 421 to 448 calories, while the lunches span approximately 375 to 575 calories. While the breakfast ranges are fairly similar, the lunches are more variable. If you’re closely monitoring calories, you may want to adjust a snack or two.<\/p>"
}
}
,
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Why is there not a modification for 1,200 calories?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " We no longer provide modifications for 1,200-calorie days in our meal plans. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggests that limiting calories to 1,200 per day is too low for most people to meet their nutritional needs, plus it’s unsustainable for long-term health and well-being.<\/span><\/p>"
}
}
,
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What are the health benefits of fiber?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " Fiber is a type of indigestible carbohydrate found in foods like whole grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables and nuts. It’s linked to many benefits, including improved digestion and more regular bowel movements, better cholesterol, weight loss<\/a> and more stable blood sugar levels.<\/span><\/p>"
}
}
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