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Does My Low-Cal Diet Have Enough Protein?

By    |   Tuesday, 24 September 2013 04:44 PM EDT

Question: I eat oatmeal for breakfast, a veggie burger and salad for lunch, and vegetables for dinner, sometimes with a boiled egg. Do I need to worry about getting more protein?

Dr. Hibberd's answer:

Yes. You have a very low-calorie diet, and I'm sure this diet could be fine-tuned a little for you, with the help of a dietitian who can help bring a better balance to what you eat.
 
You eat very little protein, and should consider a consultation with a dietitian to figure out how best to increase your protein and fiber intake.

It would also be a good idea to have a dietary specialist review your calcium and omega-3 fatty acids intake, which may also be a little low.

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Some low-cal diets may skimp on protein, vitamins, and minerals.
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