What is a meal plan?
- A meal plan is designed to help people choose the right kinds and amount of food to eat, telling you exactly what and how much to eat each day.
- Meal plans are based on the individual (age, gender, health concerns and food preferences)
- It is designed to provide the proper amount of calories, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients for that individual's specific dietary needs.
- It includes portion sizes and any recipes required to prepare meals outlined on the meal plan.
- A daily meal plan provides three meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and one or two snacks. Typically, meal plans are designed for a one week period, or seven days.
Standardized Meal Plans:
Standardized meal plans are categorized according to an average daily calorie level, food preferences, and specific health concerns. All meal plans include: A healthy balanced diet, 7-day meal plan, Daily Menus, & Simple Recipes.
