Weight loss is a real bummer, gyming, stale food, and the so-called well-balanced diet are some of the things that one has to face when they decide to lose weight. I just joined the bandwagon and realised a few things including the fact that losing weight is actually not boring.
Sometimes, it seems like the range of diets and pieces of advice are confusing and getting lost in there is quite a challenge. However, diet control alone is the main factor affecting weight loss since this plan also provides the right proportion of nutrients required for the body in addition to losing excess fats.
Therefore, I’m providing a customised seven-day diet plan that can work for you and can reduce your weight at a faster rate without causing harm to your health.
7-day diet plan for weight loss
Let’s get started with the ultimate 7-day diet plan for weight loss including various healthy vegetarian breakfast options like oats and more. These aren’t just healthy and tasty but will also give your body all the protein, vitamins, and other important supplements that it needs.
1. Day 1: Eat light yet fulfilling
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- Start your day with some healthy oats topped with your favourite fruits and some honey. My go-to way of having oats is with banana slices and a glass of milk.
- For a mid-morning snack, you can always have a handful of almonds!
- I like to have a fulfilling lunch which often consists of a paneer salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, making it balanced and tasty.
- You can then enjoy a cup of Greek yoghurt and flax seeds for a healthy and tasty evening snack. It’s fat-free!
- I’m always advised to have a light dinner so I end my day with chickpea curry, steamed brown rice and a side of sautéed spinach. It’s light and packed with nutrients!
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2. Day 2: Veggie Delight
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- For breakfast, you can have scrambled tofu with spinach and tomatoes because who doesn’t love a great protein boost in the morning?
- Instead of having snacks in between meals, you can have an apple for a simple and healthy number after breakfast but before taking your lunch.
- If you are a fan of salads like myself then here is the recipe you should definitely give a try: quinoa and black bean salad with avocado and lime dressing. This is not only delicious but is also healthy as it contains protein and fatty acids.
- Some of the possible culinary ideas for a satisfying evening snack include carrot sticks with hummus.
- If you are looking for a lighter meal but something satisfying for dinner, prepare a vegetable stir fry with mixed vegetables and brown rice.
3. Day 3: Protein Power
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- What better way to start your morning than with a refreshing smoothie made with spinach, banana, almond milk, and a scoop of protein powder?
- If you want to keep things fresh and light, have a pear for a mid-morning snack.
- A traditional lunch consisting of whole wheat roti with dal and a side of cucumber salad fulfils my stomach and nutrition intake.
- Indulge in a light afternoon snack including cottage cheese with pineapple chunks.
- For dinner, make yourself a bowl of sauteed vegetables consisting of your favourite veggies along with rice to keep the meal balanced.
4. Day 4: A colourful diet
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- For breakfast, have a bowl of Greek yoghurt topped with your favourite nuts and fresh strawberries.
- If you are craving for a quick mid-morning snack, have a handful of mixed nuts.
- For lunch, a comforting bowl of dal along with a side salad for a nutritious meal.
- If you’re looking for a quick and easy evening snack, consider sliced bell peppers with guacamole that add a lot of flavour and healthy fats.
- End your day with chickpeas and brown rice with a side of steamed broccoli, offering a balanced and satisfying meal.
5. Day 5: Healthy Mediterranean Flavors
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- A breakfast I look forward to the most? Avocado toast on whole grain bread topped with chia seeds.
- A grapefruit for a mid-morning snack.
- For a Mediterranean flavour, lunch can include chickpeas and cucumber salad with feta cheese and olive oil.
- Edamame makes for a simple and protein-packed evening snack.
- For dinner, enjoy smoky mashed eggplant with whole wheat roti and a side of steamed broccoli.
6. Day 6: Anything but boring meal
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- Kickstart your morning with a plate of omelette, paired with mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
- For a simple and convenient mid-morning snack, have a banana.
- Lunch is a comforting bowl of mixed vegetable sambar with brown rice and a side salad.
- For an evening snack, consider celery sticks with almond butter.
- My mom’s approved dinner includes a simple yet flavorful bowl of dal tadka, with brown rice and a side of sautéed spinach.
7. Day 7: Berry Bilss
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- For breakfast, you can make a smoothie bowl where you blend frozen berries, a banana and almond milk and then proceed to decorate it as you please.
- It’s always good to take fruits as a small before lunch.
- For lunch, I ‘Love’ to have spinach and paneer stuffed paratha with mint chutney.
- Some of the possible evening snack options can be fruits of your choice in a cup of Greek yoghurt.
- In the evening have grilled paneer or any vegetables of your choice, two rotis and some rice.
iDiva pro tip: It’s very important to note that drinking water is not less important than consuming the right food and doing exercises. Be sure to control portions to prevent the foods you want from sabotaging your diet, and incorporate this diet plan with at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise every day. It is also advised to stay away from processed foods, and I am sure you will start to see the changes within yourself!
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