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Old 04-23-2006, 11:42 PM
Elsa
Age: 32
South Bend, IN
Contributor: Newbie
Default RE: Tracking/Planning Meals...how to?

Hi Michelle!

I had this problem too: I hate to keep track of what I eat, or to plan my meals. So I've found a way to stick to my 1500 cal a day diet, without having to count everything. I have a core diet of roughly 1000 calories, which I stick to everyday, and then, 500 calories for extras.
In my core diet I have:
- a can of slim fast, black coffee and a glass of grapefruit juice for breakfat
- a lean frozen meal + a can of V8 for lunch
- a yogurt + corn flakes + raisins or other fruits in the afternoon
- a can of slim fast + vegies (cherry tomatoes, baby carrots) + a V8 fruits for diner.
To that, I add whatever makes me happy (including birthday cakes, muffins, or chips as long as it stays under 500 cal). I don't have to bother with planning meals or counting calories.
I should add that I love all the foods in my core diet, so I don't mind eating them everyday.
Good luck to you
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