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1. Several diet plans have become prevalent over the last
few years, mainly thanks to the experts on the internet.
Most will advise a calorie reduction to lose weight and the
1000 calorie diet seems low, but it is effective. This weight
loss diet will suit the person of a sedentary nature, or one
who like to sit around a lot and do little exercise - the
loveable couch potato.

2. Due to the severe restriction of calories, the 1000 calorie a
day diet is a short term solution, and should not exceed
three day at a time. It would be advisable to consult a
knowledgeable doctor or a nutritionist before embarking
on such a strict regime. You will have to consider the daily
demands of your body with the 1000 calorie diet and
whether you are supplying the nutrition needed to stay
healthy.

3. This diet is usually recommended by the medical
profession when obesity has reached the stage where it is
life threatening, and you might well call the 1000 calorie
diet an emergency measure. Also keep well hydrated if
you decide on this diet or any other diet; not only is water
essential for your well-being it is a great hunger pacifier.

4. The following plan has the approval of the USDA and
recommends these proportions for the 1000 calorie diet to
provide the correct nutrition during the weight loss
procedure.

5. 1 cup of vegetables and fruit, 3ozs grains, 2 ozs of beans
and meat, 2 cups of milk, 3 teaspoons of good quality oil
(extra-virgin olive oil is suitable) Plus 165 calories of your
choosing to give you the perfect diet plan. And don't
forget to drink water within your comfort limits.

6. Sample Diet Plan:1st Meal:

7. · Your breakfast should be a banana chopped up on a bowl
of cereal with skimmed milk and a little honey or better
still, coconut sugar.

8. Mid morning snack:

9. · 1 cup of skimmed milk or ½ cup of yoghurt with some
fresh or frozen strawberries

10. Lunch:

11. · 2 slices of whole-wheat bread with 3 ozs of lean beef, or
ham, ½ cup of grapes or a plum, lettuce, tomato and
cucumber salad with olives and chopped apple. Sprinkle
with olive oil.

12. Mid -afternoon snack:

13. · Half a small apple with cottage cheese. (about 75
Calories)

14. Evening Meal:

15. · Stuff a tortilla shell with ½ cup mashed beans, ¼ cup rice,
a handful of shredded lettuce, and a small slice of low fat
strong cheese. Plus a dash of Tabasco if you dare.

16. · Before you retire you may have a cup of grapes or
strawberries.

17. Water, herbal teas and none-calorie beverages may be
consumed throughout the day.

18. More Meal Suggestions:

19. 1st Meal:

20. · Grab a small bowl and cook up some oat bran. Throw in a
sliced banana, a few raisins, a teaspoon of cinnamon and a
cup of skimmed milk. Sweeten with coconut sugar or a
little honey.

21. Mid morning snack:

22. · You would be surprised how a handful of nuts can be so
filling. Select your favorites and add a few raisins.

23. Lunch:

24. · There is nothing nicer than scrambled egg on a slice of
whole wheat toast, and it's low-cal. Add to it ½ cup of
strong cheese sprinkled on top.

25. Evening meal:

26. · Adorn your plate with finely chopped lettuce and place
on top 6 cherry tomatoes, ½ cup sliced green bell pepper,
6 spring onions, ½ avocado, 2 ozs chopped chicken. Dress
with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and sprinkled
with dried basil.

27. The 1000 calorie diet makes an ideal starter diet before
embarking on a long term diet, which of course is a life
change to a healthier way of living. Expand what I have
shown you here and add your own ingredients, but use a
calorie counter to keep track of your input. If you proceed
with this plan you will lose weight and if you don't need to
be that severe with your weight loss program you can
always make your own sensible adjustments.

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