{"id":2291,"date":"2021-06-15T01:00:12","date_gmt":"2021-06-15T01:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fitmotherproject.com\/?p=2291"},"modified":"2026-10-13T16:31:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T16:31:18","slug":"fat-loss-for-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/fat-loss-for-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Fat Loss for Women: 12 Ways to Hack Your Biology"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Fat loss for women isn&#8217;t always easy. But it is possible! Especially if you know some tips and tricks on how to hack your biology.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding how fat storage works is a crucial step in fat loss.<\/p>\n<p>When you eat foods, your body breaks them down into smaller components that get absorbed, used, and sometimes stored by your body.<\/p>\n<p>If you eat more calories than your body can use, the remainder is stored as glycogen in muscles and your liver \u2013 or as body fat.<\/p>\n<p>The key to effective fat loss for women is to burn more calories than you consume in a day!<\/p>\n<p>There are numerous ways you can do this.<\/p>\n<p>Learn how to avoid the weight loss setbacks that are inherent to women by adopting these simple strategies for fat loss for women!<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Here&#8217;s how to use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/positive-and-negative-feedback-loops\/?utm_source=blog-post&amp;utm_medium=text-link&amp;utm_term=fat-loss-for-women&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_campaign=fm30x\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">positive and negative feedback loops<\/a> to stay on track with nutritious eating and other healthy habits!<\/em><\/h3>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"11296\" class=\"elementor elementor-11296\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fb8f687 option-banner elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fb8f687\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9f91548\" data-id=\"9f91548\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ca855d elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget-tablet__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8ca855d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Join <em>Fit Mother For Life<\/em> \u2014 The #1 Fitness Community For Busy Moms 40+<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64266ae elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile_extra elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"64266ae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"192\" height=\"12\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/long-arrow.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-11293\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1387405 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"1387405\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/join.fitmotherproject.com\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">JOIN NOW \u00bb<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<h2>Ways to Hack Your Biology for Fat Loss in Women<\/h2>\n<p>The best way to burn fat is to follow a few strategies that make eating fewer calories (or burning extra calories) easier. Examples include:<\/p>\n<h3>Focus on Protein<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/ajcn\/article\/87\/5\/1558S\/4650426\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Studies<\/a> show that protein boosts satiety, or a feeling of fullness, more than carbohydrates or dietary fat.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, eating more protein helps reduce your overall food intake.<\/p>\n<p>Protein also accelerates calorie burning within your body.<\/p>\n<p>Why is this the case? One reason is that protein takes longer to digest than other nutrients and it helps you build or maintain muscle mass.<\/p>\n<p>Muscle burns more calories than body fat, even when you\u2019re resting!<\/p>\n<p>To enhance fat loss for women, eat protein-rich foods at every meal or snack.<\/p>\n<p>Examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lean chicken or turkey<\/li>\n<li>Fish and seafood<\/li>\n<li>Eggs<\/li>\n<li>Tofu, seitan, or other plant protein foods<\/li>\n<li>Veggie or black bean burgers<\/li>\n<li>Low-fat cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, milk, and reduced-fat cheese<\/li>\n<li>Protein-fortified almond milk, soy milk, and other calcium-rich plant milks or yogurts<\/li>\n<li>Protein supplements or bars<\/li>\n<li>Peas, beans, lentils, and other legumes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Try protein shake or bar in place of a meal or as post-workout nourishment to enhance fat loss.<\/p>\n<p>To create a homemade protein shake, simply blend together milk or plant milk, protein powder, fruit or nut butter, and ice!<\/p>\n<p><em>How much protein do we need per day? Calculate your daily protein intake!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe src=\" https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d_Iy37pG5YA?modestbranding=1&amp;autohide=1&amp;showinfo=0&amp;controls=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Add in Healthy Fats<\/h3>\n<p>Fats increase satiety too, especially when paired with protein foods.<\/p>\n<p>It might seem counter-intuitive to eat dietary fat for body fat loss, but doing so is often an effective weight loss strategy.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6038311\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Studies<\/a> show that very high-fat (low-carb) ketogenic diets help reduce body fat, especially abdominal fat, without decreasing muscle mass.<\/p>\n<p>Strict ketogenic diets can be difficult to follow long term.<\/p>\n<p>However, you can try more liberal versions of keto diets for fat loss in women by reducing carbohydrates, especially from refined grains and added sugars, and boosting your consumption of heart-healthy fats such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avocados<\/li>\n<li>Olives<\/li>\n<li>Hummus<\/li>\n<li>Fatty fish (salmon)<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Other plant oils<\/li>\n<li>Nuts<\/li>\n<li>Seeds<\/li>\n<li>Nut butters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Make sure each meal or snack contains healthy fat plus protein-rich food to optimize fat loss results.<\/p>\n<h3>Eat More Fiber<\/h3>\n<p>Fiber stays in your digestive tract for a long time and keeps you full, and your body doesn\u2019t fully digest or absorb it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/15797686\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Studies<\/a> show fiber is associated with lower body weights and body fat and helps prevent obesity.<\/p>\n<p>Fiber is found in the following foods:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fruits<\/li>\n<li>Vegetables<\/li>\n<li>Peas, beans, lentils, and other legumes<\/li>\n<li>Whole grains<\/li>\n<li>Nuts and seeds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The more plant foods you eat the higher your fiber intake will be.<\/p>\n<p>Preserve the skin of fruits and vegetables, such as apples and cucumbers, before you eat them to keep fiber content high in your diet.<\/p>\n<p>Studies show that taking fiber supplements enhances weight loss and is associated with smaller waist circumferences.<\/p>\n<p>Ask your doctor which fiber supplements are right for you.<\/p>\n<h3>Eliminate Refined Carbohydrates<\/h3>\n<p>Fat loss for women involves eliminating certain carbohydrates from your diet.<\/p>\n<p>Foods containing a lot of added sugar and other highly processed carbohydrates can cause blood sugar spikes and don\u2019t fill you up like fiber-rich carbs, dietary fat, and protein do.<\/p>\n<p>Examples of foods to eliminate when fat loss is your goal include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>White bread<\/li>\n<li>Plain bagels<\/li>\n<li>White rice<\/li>\n<li>Regular pasta<\/li>\n<li>Sweets<\/li>\n<li>Sugary drinks<\/li>\n<li>Baked goods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Instead, opt for starchy vegetables (sweet potatoes, corn, peas, beans, lentils, and other legumes) or whole grains \u2014 such as brown rice, white rice, wild rice, quinoa, and oatmeal.<\/p>\n<p>Choose fruit instead of foods with added sugar to curb sweet cravings.<\/p>\n<p><em>What are the worst carbs to eat? These are the most important carbs to avoid for weight loss!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe src=\" https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mOjc9DAUQ9Y?modestbranding=1&amp;autohide=1&amp;showinfo=0&amp;controls=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Create a 500- to 1,000-Calorie Deficit<\/h3>\n<p>By creating a 500-1,000 calorie deficit (burning 500-1,000 more calories than you eat in a day), you might lose about 1-2 pounds of body fat each week.<\/p>\n<p>To create this type of calorie deficit, aim to reduce your current energy intake by 500, increase exercise by 500 calories daily, or combine these two methods.<\/p>\n<p>A 155-pound woman <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/diet-and-weight-loss\/calories-burned-in-30-minutes-of-leisure-and-routine-activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">expends about 500 calories<\/a> using an elliptical trainer for 45 minutes or circuit training for 50 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3>Consume Caffeine<\/h3>\n<p>Caffeine is associated with reduced body weights, body mass index, and fat mass, according to numerous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/30335479\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">studies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Caffeine helps boost your energy and is associated with increases in energy expenditure, or more calories burned throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/27824614\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">research<\/a> shows that caffeine also helps decrease your food intake.<\/p>\n<p>So how much caffeine is enough to enhance weight and fat loss?<\/p>\n<p>According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4575379\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">2015 study<\/a> published in the European Journal of Nutrition, drinking 3 or more cups of coffee or tea daily is associated with lower BMI and waist circumference.<\/p>\n<p>Consider drinking black coffee or unsweetened tea to get in a daily dose of caffeine, keep energy levels high, and enhance fat loss for women.<\/p>\n<h3>Drink More Water<\/h3>\n<p>Water helps flush out toxins from your body and boosts satiety.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why drinking more water makes it easier to eat fewer calories for weight and fat loss.<\/p>\n<p>It also helps your body burn extra calories throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17519319\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">study<\/a> published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found that drinking 2 cups of water increases energy expenditure by 24% in just 60 minutes!<\/p>\n<p>Aim to drink 2-4 cups of water when you first wake up, 2 cups of water before meals, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK56068\/table\/summarytables.t4\/?report=objectonly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">11-12 cups<\/a> (or more if you sweat a lot) of water over the course of the day!<\/p>\n<p>Take water bottles with you wherever you go, and keep the water cold so it&#8217;s more palatable.<\/p>\n<p>Add a small amount of fruit juice or fruit chunks to water if you\u2019d like, or drink black coffee or green tea instead.<\/p>\n<p><em>Check out these tips on the best times to drink water, and when you should actually avoid drinking too much water.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe src=\" https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YCQYqXxhyIY?modestbranding=1&amp;autohide=1&amp;showinfo=0&amp;controls=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Take Dietary Supplements<\/h3>\n<p>Certain dietary supplements aid in fat loss for women for numerous reasons.<\/p>\n<p>Supplements help your body burn extra calories, keep you full longer, control your appetite, boost energy, and prevent nutrient deficiencies associated with depression, fatigue, or other health issues.<\/p>\n<p>Consider taking the following dietary supplements to enhance fat loss for women:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fiber supplements<\/li>\n<li>Probiotics supplements<\/li>\n<li>Multivitamin supplements containing B vitamins, iron, iodine, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23297844\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">calcium, and vitamin D<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Protein powder supplements or bars<\/li>\n<li>Coffee bean or green tea extract (if you don\u2019t drink coffee or tea)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/WeightLoss-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chromium<\/a> supplements<\/li>\n<li>Soy isoflavone supplements<\/li>\n<li>Fish oil supplements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25884980\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Studies<\/a> show that probiotics supplements may inhibit dietary fat absorption and boost the amount of fat your body excretes in feces.<\/p>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4646500\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">study<\/a> published in PlosOne found that fish oil supplements significantly reduce waist circumference.<\/p>\n<p>When choosing protein powder or protein bars for fat loss, pick brands low sugar (ideally containing 5 grams of sugar or less per serving).<\/p>\n<p>Check with your doctor before taking dietary supplements.<\/p>\n<h3>Prioritize Sleep<\/h3>\n<p>Lack of sleep can increase your appetite by altering certain hormones in your body responsible for satiety.<\/p>\n<p>Sleeping <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/sleep\/about_sleep\/how_much_sleep.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">at least 7 hours<\/a> each night is crucial for effective fat loss for women.<\/p>\n<p>To get a better night&#8217;s sleep:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to bed at the same time each night<\/li>\n<li>Sleep in a dark, cool room<\/li>\n<li>Use a white noise machine to block out sounds during the night<\/li>\n<li>Avoid overeating before bedtime<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t go to bed hungry<\/li>\n<li>Steer clear of late-night workouts<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t take long afternoon naps<\/li>\n<li>Avoid caffeine late in the day<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t smoke or drink excessively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The National Sleep Foundation recommends sleeping in a room with temperatures of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleep.org\/articles\/temperature-for-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">60-67 degrees<\/a> Fahrenheit to enhance sleep quality.<\/p>\n<p><em>Find out why sleep is important and how getting enough quality sleep can help you lose weight.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe src=\" https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0dNe8b0M9oA?modestbranding=1&amp;autohide=1&amp;showinfo=0&amp;controls=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Lift Weights<\/h3>\n<p>Lifting weights helps build muscle mass, which allows your body to burn extra calories for fat loss.<\/p>\n<p>Having more muscle definition can give you the boost of confidence you&#8217;ve been striving for!<\/p>\n<p>A few simple weightlifting exercises for fat loss include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dumbbell or barbell deadlifts<\/li>\n<li>Squat to press with dumbbells (pictured on the right)<\/li>\n<li>Dumbbell chest press<\/li>\n<li>Standing or walking lunges with dumbbells<\/li>\n<li>Front or lateral raises<\/li>\n<li>Biceps curls<\/li>\n<li>Triceps extensions<\/li>\n<li>Triceps kickbacks<\/li>\n<li>Bent-over reverse flys<\/li>\n<li>Russian twists with dumbbells<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Try these exercises while circuit training by doing 10-20 reps of one exercise, then moving on to the next with little to no rest periods between.<\/p>\n<p>Complete at least three sets of 4-6 different exercises for each fat-burning workout!<\/p>\n<p><em>Find out why strength training for women over 40 is important to combat muscle loss and promote longevity!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe src=\" https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GOnIFU8VX2c?modestbranding=1&amp;autohide=1&amp;showinfo=0&amp;controls=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Try Body Weight Exercises<\/h3>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have weights at home, no problem!<\/p>\n<p>Try simple exercises using your own body weight as resistance instead.<\/p>\n<p>Examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Squats<\/li>\n<li>Lunges<\/li>\n<li>Regular pushups<\/li>\n<li>Plyometrics pushups<\/li>\n<li>Triceps pushups<\/li>\n<li>Pull-ups<\/li>\n<li>Chair dips, bench dips, or plyo box dips<\/li>\n<li>Sit-ups<\/li>\n<li>Lying leg raises<\/li>\n<li>Standing leg raises<\/li>\n<li>Planks<\/li>\n<li>Plank jacks<\/li>\n<li>Shoulder touch planks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Use these exercises during a circuit training routine to burn fat quickly and shave inches off your waistline.<\/p>\n<h3>Increase Cardiovascular Exercises<\/h3>\n<p>Boosting cardiovascular exercise is an excellent way to increase your calorie expenditure for fat loss.<\/p>\n<p>Try cardio exercises as part of a circuit training program.<\/p>\n<p>Alternate weightlifting or bodyweight exercises with the following calorie-burning cardio workouts to really get your blood pumping:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Jogging in place<\/li>\n<li>High knees<\/li>\n<li>Burpees<\/li>\n<li>Jumping jacks<\/li>\n<li>Rope jumping<\/li>\n<li>Skaters<\/li>\n<li>Box jumps<\/li>\n<li>Side to side jumps<\/li>\n<li>Front to back jumps<\/li>\n<li>Squat jumps<\/li>\n<li>Alternating jumping lunges<\/li>\n<li>Battle rope exercises<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On certain days each week, try continuous cardiovascular exercise at a moderate intensity for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3630467\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">45-60 minutes<\/a> (or burn 400-600 calories doing cardio) to drop excess body fat quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Choose something you enjoy, such as jogging, biking, swimming, rowing, stair climbing, or using an elliptical machine.<\/p>\n<p><em>Learn about the best types of cardio for fat loss and the science behind cardio for WOMEN!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe src=\" https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/keZECIPSiV4?modestbranding=1&amp;autohide=1&amp;showinfo=0&amp;controls=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Sample Fat Loss Menu for Women<\/h2>\n<p>Try the sample menu below to get a jump start on fat loss for women today!<\/p>\n<h3>When You Wake Up<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2-4 cups of water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Breakfast<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>3\/4 plate of an egg and asparagus omelet<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 plate of oatmeal or quinoa<\/li>\n<li>Black coffee or green tea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Snack<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Grapefruit, an orange, or any other fresh fruit<\/li>\n<li>Low-fat cottage cheese<\/li>\n<li>Sunflower seeds or sliced almonds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Lunch<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1\/2 plate of a leafy green salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, avocados, and an oil-based dressing<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 plate of grilled chicken<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 plate of cooked peas, a sweet potato, or whole-grain pasta<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Snack<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A protein shake made with almond or soy milk, almond butter, bananas, and whey or plant-based protein powder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Dinner<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1\/2 plate of cooked broccoli, green beans, or zucchini (or combinations of these)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 plate of grilled shrimp<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 plate of cooked brown rice or quinoa prepared with olive oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Snack (optional)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Celery, carrots, cucumbers, pea pods, or tomatoes dipped in hummus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Use small portion sizes to keep your calorie intake between 1,200 and 1,500 calories per day.<\/p>\n<p>If you weigh more or are very active, you might require up to 1,800 calories daily to drop weight at a pace of 1-2 pounds per week.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n  <div class=\"author-box-wrap auth5\">\n    <div class=\"thumb-wrap\">\n      <div class=\"author-img\"><img alt='' src='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/052cc35c68977b06470bb1c87c9d5923e921887ed2680c67669e32760bea7b5d?s=250&#038;d=mm&#038;r=g' srcset='https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/052cc35c68977b06470bb1c87c9d5923e921887ed2680c67669e32760bea7b5d?s=500&#038;d=mm&#038;r=g 2x' class='avatar avatar-250 photo' height='250' width='250' \/><\/div>\n      <div class=\"author-details\"><div class=\"author-name\">Erin Coleman<\/div>\n        <div class=\"author-job\"><span style=\"display:block\">B.S.&nbsp;Nutritional&nbsp;Science, R.D., L.D. <\/span><span style=\"display:block;\">Writer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitmotherproject.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fit Mother Project<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n          <div class=\"author-title\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"author-desc\"><p>Erin Coleman is a registered and licensed dietitian with over 15 years of freelance writing experience.<\/p>\n<p>She graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in nutritional science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and completed her dietetic internship at Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin.<\/p>\n<p>Prior to beginning her career in medical content writing, Erin worked as Health Educator for the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Internal Medicine.<\/p>\n<p>Her published work appears on hundreds of health and fitness websites, and she\u2019s currently working on publishing her first book! 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