The volume of food increases to seven ounces per meal on this meal plan. Remember, the volume of food may need to be increased slowly over time if you cannot tolerate the full amount initially. Protein supplements may still be required.
BREAKFAST
4 OUNCES PROTEIN
3 OUNCES STARCH
LUNCH
4 OUNCES PROTEIN
3 OUNCES FRUIT
DINNER
4 OUNCES PROTEIN
3 OUNCES VEGETABLE
Appropriate food choices are listed by category below:
PROTEIN:
Low fat cottage cheese, eggs, egg whites, egg substitute, fat free yogurt, chicken breast, turkey breast, ham, pork chop, pork loin, pork roast, 95% lean ground beef, fish, beans, fat free cheese, canned tuna, canned ham, canned chicken, canned lump crab meat, lobster, scallops, shrimp and tofu
STARCH:
Cream of Wheat, Cream of Rice, oatmeal, Malt-O-Meal, Cocoa Wheats, Grits, Farina, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, peas, corn, baked potato, unsweetened cereal, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, whole wheat crackers, whole wheat bread as tolerated and corn and flour tortillas
VEGETABLE:
Green beans, beets, squash, spinach, greens, asparagus, zucchini, cucumbers, carrots, mushrooms, water chestnuts, okra, scallions, celery, turnips, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, peppers, tomatoes, onions, eggplant, radishes, cabbage and all types of lettuce
FRUIT:
Apples, peaches, pears, pineapple, bananas, cantaloupe, grapes, honeydew melon, cocktail, watermelon, mango, papaya, kiwi, strawberries, cherries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, prunes, raisins, apricots, oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, nectarines and plums
Continue to snack on fresh fruits and vegetables between meals