The "Diet"

If your current weight is between 100 and 125 pounds:

Basic diet: 1200 calories a day.
Distribution: 40 percent carbohydrate; 30 percent protein; 30 percent fat.
Food amounts: 90 grams protein (approximately 13 ounces); 40 grams fat (4-5 tablespoons or substitutes); 2 fruits from the accepted list; 1 starch from the accepted list; remaining calories from raw or steamed vegetables.

If your current weight is between 125 and 150 pounds:

Basic diet: 1200-1500 calories a day.
Distribution: 40 percent carbohydrate; 30 percent protein; 30 percent fat.
Food amounts: 90-112 grams protein (approximately 12-16 ounces); 40-50 grams fat (4-5 tablespoons or substitutes); 2 fruits from the accepted list; 1 starch from the accepted list; remaining calories from raw or steamed vegetables.

If your current weight is between 150 and 175 pounds:

Basic diet: 1600-1800 calories.
Distribution: 40 percent carbohydrate; 30 percent protein; 30 percent fat.
Food amounts: 120-135 grams protein (approximately 17-19 ounces); 60 grams fat (6 tablespoons or substitutes); 2 fruits from the accepted list; 1 starch from the accepted list; remaining calories from raw or steamed vegetables.

If your current weight is above 175 pounds:

Basic diet: 1800-2200 calories a day.
Distribution: 40 percent carbohydrate; 30 percent protein; 30 percent fat.
Food amounts: 135-165 grams protein (19-24 ounces); 60-75 grams fat (6-8 tablespoons or substitutes); 2 fruits from the accepted list; 1 starch from the accepted list; remaining calories from raw or steamed vegetables.