Can you help me with my vegetarian weight loss plan?

I am a vegetarian, and I am trying to lose weight the healthy way. I am overweight and I need to burn fat. Can someone please help me?

i.e

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner.

and help me on things to eat at these times in the day.

I only drink water and diet green tea.

I just really want to lose weight!



Also, any exercise plans or routines would be appreciated too!

But thats only if you want to help me with that as well.

please help me. %26lt;3 melissaCan you help me with my vegetarian weight loss plan?
Melissa,



Congratulations on deciding to live a more healthy lifestyle :)



When you are on a diet, they recommend women over 18 to eat 1200-1500 calories per day in order to lose weight. You can also incorporate several different types of exercise. Below you will find some great menu ideas, recipes, and exercise plans. Good luck!



Here are some ideas for things you can eat for breakfasts:

Egg whites (If you eat eggs; I am a vegetarian but I don't eat eggs)

Fat free yogurt (Try Dannon Light %26amp; Fit- they are a great size and only 80 calories!)

Oatmeal

Whole wheat toast with sugar free jelly or I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Light

Fruit cup or other type of fruit salad (you can top it off with the "Free" version of Cool Whip

Weight Watchers breakfast entrees



Here are some really good lunch ideas:

1 Morningstar Farms veggie burger with 1 serving of pretzels on the side

1 cup of tomato soup and grilled cheese using fat free cheese

Salad with fat free dressing (without cheese)

2 hard boiled eggs (don't eat the yolk) with 1/2 a cup of tomato soup



Here are some dinner ideas:

Bowl of minestrone soup (there is a recipe below)

2 veggie dogs (Smart Dogs is my favorite brand) and a side of salad or cup of soup

Baked tofu and steamed broccoli sprinkled with low sodium soy sauce and a side of brown rice

Brown rice and veggies

Black beans, brown rice, and corn





I make a lot of soups for myself. They are great; you can have a huge bowl for very few calories and it really fills you up. Here are a few recipes that I use a lot for soups and other things:



Vegetarian Minestrone Soup:

Ingredients

2 yellow onions, chopped

1.5 cups of chopped celery

4 peeled and chopped zucchinis

4 peeled and chopped carrots

5 cloves of garlic, pressed

1 28-oz can of diced tomatoes

4 cups of baby spinach

2 cans of northern beans, drained

3/4 cup small pasta shells

6 cans of vegetable broth

1/4 cup basil

1/4 cup oregano

3 tablespoons parsley

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

2 teaspoons olive oil



Directions

1. First, you're going to want to prepare your onions and garlic and keep them in a small bowl. Then, prepare the rest of your vegetables and keep them in a larger bowl.

2. In a large dutch oven, turn the heat on medium-high and add the olive oil. Once the olive oil gets hot, add your onion and garlic mixture and saute it until the onions lightly brown.

3. Add the diced tomatoes (do not drain) followed by the big bowl of other vegetables you have prepared.

4. Add all 6 cans of vegetable broth followed directly by the northern beans.

5. Liberally add your spices. If you desire other types of spices, throw them in there. If you think you are overseasoning your soup, chances are, you need more seasoning!

6. Turn the heat on high and bring your soup to a boil. Once it is boiling, turn the heat down to low and cover your pot. Simmer for 4-6 hours.

7. Add your small pasta shells and cook on high for 10 more minutes.

8. Serve immediately and top with some parmesan cheese. This makes a lot of soup, so you may want to freeze it if you don't think you will eat it all within a week





Ramen Noodles With Broccoli %26amp; Zucchini



Ingredients:

1 package of Ramen noodles, discard the flavor packet

2 tablespoons olive oil, separated

1 zucchini, peeled and sliced

1 cup of broccoli florets

Fresh black pepper



Directions:

1. Cook the Ramen noodles according to package and drain. Do not add the flavor packet. Set aside.

2. Add broccoli to a pot of salted boiling water and boil for about 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat and add the zucchini. Sprinkle lightly with pepper and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until soft and yummy looking.

4. Add the broccoli and Ramen noodles and the rest of the olive oil. Stir and sprinkle a bit more pepper to taste.

5. Eat.





24 Hour Lentil Barley Soup



Ingredients:

1 cup lentils

2/3 cup barley

1 cup carrot, chopped

1 cup celery, chopped

1 cup onion, chopped

4-6 garlic cloves, pressed

1- 14 oz can of diced tomatoes (with liquid)

4 cups of vegetable broth (you can use chicken broth instead)

4-5 cups of water

1 bay leaf

2 tablespoons basil

2 tablespoons oregano

2 tablespoons thyme

2 tablespoons parsley

2 tablespoons olive oil



Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium heat. Add your fresh vegetables and garlic and cook for a couple of minutes, just enough to get the aroma of the veggies in the air.

2. Add lentils, barley, herbs, tomatoes and bay leaf.

3. Add the broth and water. Stir. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat so that it simmers (between 2 and 3 setting). Keep it simmering on low and stir every few hours until you go to bed. Turn the heat down to the very lowest setting and let it cook overnight. The house will smell really ridiculously good in the morning. Stir when you wake up and return to a simmer. Sm
Something that has been working for me:

Breakfast - Oatmeal. Banana. Cup of Milk. Green tea.

OR Smart Start Cereal, Vanilla Yogurt, Banana, Green Tea.

(aim for 1 grain (oatmeal, cereal, potatoes,), 1 dairy, 1 fruit)

Lunch - Peanut Butter Sandwich on Whole Wheat Bread. Apple. Cup of Milk. Green Tea

OR Morningstar Chickn Strips with Salad and Italian dressing. Apple. Green Tea.

(aim for 1 grain (bread, potatoes, etc), 1 protein (faux meat, tofu, beans, etc), 1 fruit.

Dinner - 1/4 plate protein (veggie burger, faux meat, tofu, beans, etc. 1/4 cup of carbohydrates (sweet potatoes, whole wheat rice, etc) 1/2 plate veggies (green beans, broccoli, carrots, sweet peas)

Snacks - Luna or Clif Bar. Along with Fruit

Sweet Potatoes

Raw fruits or vegetables

Peanuts or Sunflower Seeds.Can you help me with my vegetarian weight loss plan?
Don't bother with diets. Eat healthy with moderation and remove any excess sugar, protein, fat and carbohydrate intake. I gave up on chocolate and dairy years ago. You need to focus on doing some running for the rest of your life. This is what will keep everyone healthy. Diet alone won't, unless if the body fat gain was caused by unhealthy eating. Start with cereals, or beans, rice, nuts. Breakfast is the most important part and you'll gain weight if you do the opposite - eat a lot for dinner. Then your body will put food into fat during sleep instead of using it for energy. Focus on healthy eating and exercise. This is all what you have to do. Really, it's that simple.
Here's a 1200 calorie vegan meal plan:

http://www.personal-nutrition-guide.com/鈥?/a>



And a list of quick vegetarian meals:

http://www.personal-nutrition-guide.com/鈥?/a>



Keeping a food diary is an effective weight loss tool too:

http://www.personal-nutrition-guide.com/鈥?/a>



And these vegan sites are good resources and have some good recipes too:

http://www.personal-nutrition-guide.com/鈥?/a>Can you help me with my vegetarian weight loss plan?
I would say to stick to a vegan diet while you're trying to lose weight. I went vegan and in the first month, I went down 10lbs without much exercise. And I had already been vegetarian for 2 years
Try MediFast鈩? it really helped some people I know...but if you want a vegaterian diet, your out of luck. Although MediFast鈩?has really good diet foods (milkshakes, pudding, ect.) it's the best choice.
breakfast = smoothie (fresh fruit juice)



lunch = none



snacks = none



dinner = low sodium vegetable soup, crackers OR bean/kale soup and bread sticks OR roasted potatoes



no eating after dinner
Here are some different meal ideas you could try.



Breakfast:

-Smoothie with silken tofu, soy milk, and frozen fruits

-Granola with yogurt

-Whole wheat, hemp, or flax frozen waffles topped with fruit and/or low fat cream cheese or honey



Lunch:

-Salads, topped with things like dried fruit, nuts, sunflower seeds, and flax seeds

-Rice and beans

-"chicken" salad made with grated tempeh and celery, light mayo or Veganaise, soy sauce, lemon juice, and pepper. Put on whole grain bread or on top of a salad.

-Wheat wraps or pita pockets with whatever fillings you like. I like hummus with sprouts or avocado with sliced onions, spinach, and red peppers. I use light salad dressings for added flavor.

-Cold salads can be made with pasta, beans, or rice. I like to mix edamame with corn and diced tomatoes, and then top with balsamic vinaigrette.

-You can also get prepared foods. I get Dr. McDougall's soup cups from the health food store that you just add water and microwave, as well as Amy's frozen burritos. Try to buy the ones without cheese, since they will be lower in fat.



Dinner:

-Asian stir fry with marinated tofu, snow peas, grated carrots, onions, or any other vegetables you like. Serve with soba noodles, vermicelli, or brown rice.

-Enchiladas with rice and black beans or soy chorizo, topped with salsa verde

-Whole grain pasta with marinara sauce. Great with onions and green peppers, mushrooms, or "meat"balls

-Veggie soup, just add an assortment of fresh, frozen, or canned veggies with 1/2 vegetable stock and 1/2 water. Add whatever spices you like. You can add rice, barley, or pasta, or you can just serve it with some bread.

-Roast vegetables, such as beets, just cut into cubes, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and cook in a 350 degree oven until tender. (Takes about an hour for beets or squash.)
I was vegetarian for 25 years and had some extra weight because of my love for dairy but I went vegan 2 years ago and it has been the best thing I could have done for myself and my family. I lost almost 40 lbs and look and feel so much better. I have taken lots of cooking and nutrition classes and read a massive amount on veganism and cooking healthy vegan food. I started my own website to help lots of friends and family eat this way as well and it is helping lots of other people get ideas too.



A great healthy breakfast that everyone loves for Oatmeal Waffles http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=1007

Also you could make a great smoothie full of nutrients Fruity Smoothie http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=315



For lunch you could eat Lentils and Rice http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=2372

or a Super Sourdough Sandwich for lunch http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=603



Then for dinner here is a good dinner of Chili Mac http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=1218

or Broccoli Bisque http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=712



For dessert or snack you can have Almond Maple Bananas http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=1306

Lastly for dessert here are some vegan blueberry muffins http://www.theveggiegal.com/blog/?p=1296



Good luck to you and I hope you lose the weight you want to, it is a road worth traveling on!



Kim