Weight Loss Diet Meal Plan
A 1,600 kcal starting point for clients who need a calorie deficit without crash dieting. Macros follow the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Change the numbers in Foodzilla to match the person in front of you.
What this 1,600 kcal plan actually does
- Daily intake sits around 1,600 to 1,650 calories, enough of a deficit for gradual weight loss.
- Macros follow the Dietary Guidelines for Americans: about 40 to 65% of calories from carbohydrate, 10 to 30% from protein, and 20 to 30% from fat.
- Use it as a first draft. Change calories, macros, and foods in Foodzilla so the week matches the client.
Who the 1,600 kcal plan is for
Clients who want weight loss with a set calorie target and a mixed plate, not a fad cut. It suits people starting a deficit and people who already lost weight and need a maintenance-leaning week you can raise or lower. It is not a medical treatment plan.
How to use this template in your practice
Set the deficit from TDEE and activity, then swap meals the client will actually cook. Foodzilla will rebuild the grocery list when you change recipes.
Export a branded PDF and send it through the client portal. Update the week when weight or hunger stalls.
Key Features
Calorie control
About 1,600 to 1,650 calories a day, enough of a deficit for gradual weight loss.
Macronutrient balance
About 40 to 65% carbohydrate, 10 to 30% protein, and 20 to 30% fat, in line with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Customisation
Change calories, macros, and foods in Foodzilla so the week matches the client.
Disclaimer
This template is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making dietary changes.
Use This Template in Your Practice
Start with this template, customise it for each client, and send a finished meal plan in minutes instead of hours.
Branded PDF Export
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Custom Macros
Adjust calories and macros per client
Smart Grocery Lists
Built automatically from the meal plan
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