Protein first
Eat the protein portion of your meal first. Many adults losing weight benefit from a palm-sized portion of protein at each meal; your provider can personalize a target.
- Eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese
- Chicken, turkey, fish
- Beans, lentils, tofu
Simple meal structure
- Half the plate vegetables, a quarter protein, a quarter whole grains or starch
- Three regular meals, plus a protein snack if needed
- Limit sugary drinks and alcohol, which add calories and can worsen nausea