When trying to lose weight on a lower-calorie diet — especially 1,200 calories per day, which is near the minimum count recommended for women (and the lowest for men) — it can be challenging to consume enough protein to build and repair muscle and feel satisfied between meals. . However, with some thoughtful meal planning, you can minimize simple carbs and amp up the protein to feel fuller longer and remain within your calorie budget. Swipe left to 👈🏻 check out our sample 1200-calorie menu and visit the MyFitnessPal blog for the full recipes. . . . #mealplanning #weightlossjourney #myfitnesspal #highprotein #cico #losingweight #weightlossgoals #weightloss #weightlosstips #weightlossjourney