6 small meals a day

Question
24 yr old female, 145-150 lbs (depending), 5"9' medium frame. The normal weight for my height, last time i checked was like 136- 155 lbs. I want to be at the top fitness for my age, height, weight- of course for my height so i want to lose atleast 10 lbs. My main problem is diet, i've tried it all, the protein plan has worked the best for me but i can't eat meat all the time. It's just not gonna happen. I want to try the 6 small meals a day because i'm always hungry, and have heard that's the best one to do. If i'm wrong, do tell me. Otherwise, what and how much do i eat while on this diet? I can do it if i had some sort of a plan, i have no clue where/what to do. Please lend a hand. Thx....

Answer
Darcie,
Yes, six small HEALTHY meals per day is a great way to go!!  Weight loss is about lifestyle change and NOT about temporary diets such as the "protein plan".  You need to make changes that will last a lifetime and not just think of weight loss as something that lasts a few months.  It is not just about weight loss but about good health.  Once you get to where you want to be it will make it much easier to stay there if you have made good changes!!  I can't actually give you a specific plan because that is something I would charge a fee for but keep in mind that you need to eat from ALL of the food groups, watch your portion sizes, exercise regularly and drink your water!  Try keeping a food diary to help you get started.  Think about eating till you are satisfied and not stuffed.  That really takes some work!!

If you are interested in a specific plan I can help you out with that via the Internet.  I can help you out with a plan that would include menus to help you get started.  If you are interested check out my web site at: www.Nutrifocus.net and/or email me at: [email protected].
Thanks,
Kim Tessmer, RD LD

*Always check with your physician before starting an exercise and/or weight loss program.

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