Even the National Institutes of Health has published a 1,200-calorie-a-day meal plan ... no more than 1 to 2 pounds per week and feel like you could stick with your diet for a longer period ...

Fortunately, this 31-day Mediterranean diet ... meal-prep tips and three different calorie levels to choose from. Let’s start the new year off with a boost! We set the calories for this plan ...

However, it’s important to talk with your healthcare team before beginning a low sodium meal plan. They can help you build a healthy diet that fits your nutritional and calorie needs.