Definitely! We chose a variety of meals to show several plant-based options, but feel free to mix and match if there’s one that doesn’t suit your taste preferences. We aimed for daily totals of about 1,500 calories, at least 80 grams of protein, at least 30 grams of fiber and capped the sodium at 2,300 mg per day, as recommended by the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.<\/span> Check out more of our healthy vegetarian recipes<\/a> for more inspiration.<\/p>"
}
}
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{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Can I eat the same breakfast or lunch every day?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " Yes, you can certainly eat the same breakfast or lunch every day if that’s preferred. Each breakfast is between 350 and 400 calories while each lunch ranges from 345 calories to 377 calories. These ranges are similar enough where making the swap shouldn’t significantly impact your daily totals. If you’d prefer a different lunch than the ones we selected, check out 18 Plant-Based Lunches You Can Prep the Night Before<\/a>.<\/p>"
}
}
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{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What are the benefits of protein?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " Protein is crucial for our health, as it makes up the cells in the body and helps keep it functioning properly. Protein is particularly important for muscle repair and function, bone health and skin health.<\/span> Most people get plenty of protein in their typical diets, though it is possible to be deficient in protein. Signs of a protein deficiency<\/a> include fatigue, brittle hair and nails, weak immune system and edema.<\/p>"
}
}
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{
"@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>"
}
}
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