Reduce inflammation and improve your gut health with this 7-day meal plan.

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Fiberis a nutrient that most people dont get enough of, but its really important for our health.

Images of Grilled Flank Steak with Tomato Salad, Bibimbap-Inspired Veggie Bowls and Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie

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Eating enough fiber not only benefits your gut, but additionally can help reduce inflammation.

This 1,800-calorie meal plan has modifications for 1,500 and 2,000 calories to support those with differentcalorie needs.

While we previously included meal plans and modifications for 1,200 calories, we no longer do.

an image of the Cheesy Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Butternut Squash

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Snack (145 calories)

Lunch (752 calories)

P.M. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 servingSpiced Roasted Walnutsto P.M. snack.

Day 2

Diana Chistruga

Breakfast (422 calories)

A.M.

Snack (209 calories)

Lunch (477 calories)

P.M. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 hard-boiled eggs to P.M snack.

Skillet Lemon Chicken with Spinach in a skillet

Diana Chistruga

Snack (259 calories)

Lunch (491 calories)

P.M. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 1 medium orange to breakfast and add 12 avocado to lunch.

Make it 2,000 calories: Add 12 avocado to lunch and add 1 hard-boiled egg to P.M. snack.

Snack (308 calories)

P.M. ## Day 6

Breakfast (431 calories)

A.M. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 scrambled eggs to breakfast.

a recipe photo of the Chickpeas alla Vodka

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Day 7

Breakfast (390 calories)

A.M.

Snack (247 calories)

Lunch (436 calories)

P.M.

This meal plan is meant to serve as a framework for an anti-inflammatory diet.

Cucumber Salad, Hummus & Pita Bento Box Lunch

It doesnt need to be followed exactly to reap the benefits.

For more inspiration, check out these deliciousanti-inflammatory recipes.

Definitely, its fine to eat the same breakfast or lunch every day.

Sweet potato & black bean chili in a white bowl with a spoon in it. Lime wedges on the side and fresh cilantro sprinkled on top

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The breakfasts range from 390 to 431 calories while the lunches span 436 to 752 calories.

We no longer provide modifications for 1,200-calorie days in our meal plans.

How We Create Meal Plans

Registered dietitians thoughtfully createEatingWellsmeal plans to be easy-to-follow and delicious.

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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025.

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