See what a day’s worth of food looks like on a 1,500-calorie diet.
Consequently, most people will lose weight following a 1,500- to 1,800-calorie diet.
In that case, you’ve got the option to multiply your weight by 15.
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If you’re losing weight on 1,800 calories a day and you feel great, stick with that.
This calculation is just a suggested starting point.
You could also talk with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian for a more personalized calorie goal.
For healthy weight loss, we don’t advise losing more than 1 or 2 pounds per week.
Here, we show what a day’s worth of food looks like on a 1,500-calorie diet.
And when you’re ready for more, try our1,500-Calorie Diet Plan for Weight Loss.
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Some original reporting by Nicci Micco, M.S.
Breakfast
For breakfast,choose something between 300 and 350 calories.
Sample Breakfast:
TOTAL: 346 calories
Morning Snack
Aim tokeep snacks around 100 calories.
Sample Snack:
TOTAL: 95 calories
Lunch
Aim tomake lunch 350 to 400 calories.
TOTAL: 145 calories
Dinner
Aim fordinner to be between 425 and 525 calories.
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