This chart can help you see how a low-fat diet fits your goals and lifestyle concerns.

A traditional low fat diet consists mainly of foods that are low in fat and high in fiber. Some people may wish to add foods that contain monounsaturated fats, such as avocado and nuts:

Breakfast:

• Oatmeal made with skim milk, topped with blueberries
  
• Cup of herbal tea

Lunch:

• Ginger carrot soup with whole-wheat bread
  
• Pear, apple and cranberry fruit salad
  

Dinner:

• Mediterranean chicken over whole-wheat spaghetti
  
• Roasted vegetables
  
• Small glass of red wine
• Sliced melon with cherries
  

Snacks:

• Celery sticks or broccoli and low-fat ranch dressing
  
• Low-fat cottage cheese (or fat-free yogurt) with fresh fruit