These menus are geared toward the older woman going through menopause. At this time in a woman's life, diet is especially important to health and well being. These menus meet the needs of these women. These Mature Women menus include good sources of fiber, are low in fat (24% fat), high in calcium and moderate in sodium. They contain Soy products, which are believed to help fight symptoms of menopause as well, as decrease the risk for certain cancers and help protect against heart disease.
These menus are low-carb (about 40% carbs) but still contain all of the essential nutrients. These menus are not, "no carb", but contain enough for good health and a healthy, successful weight loss. The carbs that are included are concentrated high fiber products. Also included in these menus are "Balance Bars" that are 40% carb, 30% protein and 30% fat. These Meal Bars make for easy but nutritious meals and fit right into these menus! These Bars also include a great source of soy protein.
These menus are definitely Heart Healthy. They are all low-sodium (below 2400 mg sodium for each day), they contain plenty of fiber and contain NO red meat. These menus are low in fat, especially saturated fat, and higher in unsaturated fats, polyunsaturated and monounsaturated, the "heart health" fats. These menus are also low in cholesterol with no more than 200 mg per day. Also included in these menus are soy foods. Soy foods can help protect against heart disease by helping to reduce cholesterol levels.
These menus are for the strict vegetarian or vegan. They include NO animal products. These menus ensure over 800 milligrams of calcium per day, a mineral that is hard to get for vegans. They also contain plenty of fiber and at least 72% of the RDI for Iron for the week's average. The higher calorie levels contain all of the recommended Iron for the day. These menus contain plenty of healthy soy also.
The performance menus provide high quality whole grain and vegetable foods for optimum performance needs. The average macronutrient ratio for the 7-day period is 60% carbohydrates, 20% protein and 20% fat. The meal plans also offer a daily average intake of 40 grams of dietary fiber. High fiber levels will minimize body fat storage and stabilize glucose thus stabilizing blood sugar levels within the body to maximize sustained energy levels.
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