Module 11: Meal Plans

This module teaches the fundamentals of creating meal plans across various dietary styles. You’ll learn to assemble balanced plans confidently for yourself or clients.

Why This Module Matters

Meal planning is key to applying nutrition knowledge. This module helps you reduce stress, cut waste, and create plans aligned with dietary goals.

• See examples of structured meal plans and portions.
• Create plans tailored to client or personal needs.
• Understand principles behind different diet styles.
• Save time and money with smart planning strategies.

By the end of Module 11, you’ll design practical meal plans for multiple dietary preferences.

What You’ll Learn

• Core Elements of Meal Plans
  Understand key components for balanced plans.
• Diet Styles Fundamentals
  Learn principles behind Paleo, Vegan, Mediterranean, Keto, and more.
• Client Meal Planning Workflow
  Assess needs and structure plans efficiently.
• Reducing Food Waste & Cost
  Minimize waste for budget-friendly prep.
• Templates & Assessment Tools
  Familiarize yourself with forms for quick planning.

What You’ll Do

• Review Sample Plans
  Analyze examples to learn structure and portions.
• Create Client Plans
  Build plans for different clients or scenarios.
• Use Assessment Tools
  Gather client info to tailor plans accurately.
• Select Templates
  Choose layouts that fit your planning needs.
• Plan for Dietary Preferences
  Adjust for allergies, preferences, or specialized diets.

Module Content

This module covers the following topics:

• Introduction
• The Purpose of Meal Plans
• Ensures Nutritious Meals
• Engages Time Scheduling
• Reduces Stress Around Meals
• Reduces Pre-dinner Snacking
• Reduces Food Costs
• Limits Food Waste
• Creating Meal Plans
• Creating a Meal Plan for Clients
• Meal Plan Assessment/Questionnaire for Clients
• Choose a Meal Plan Template
• Know What Meals You Are Planning
• Review the Weekly Schedule
• Restocking Kitchen Items
• Eating Styles
• Definition of Plant-Based
• Fundamentals of the Vegetarian Diet
• Fundamentals of the Vegan Diet
• Fundamentals of the Paleo Diet
• Fundamentals of the Keto Diet
• Fundamentals of the Flexitarian Diet
• Fundamentals of the Whole-food Plant-based (WFPB) Diet
• Fundamentals of the Mediterranean Diet
• Fundamentals of the Low-FODMAPS Diet
• Developing Meal Plans for Clients
• Creating a Rainbow Nourishment Bowl (RNB)
• Nourishing Snack Ideas
• Sprouting to Increase Nutrient Density
• Four Day Vegan Meal Plan
• Four Day Paleo Meal Plan
• Four Day Flexitarian Meal Plan
• Closing Thoughts

Module Outcomes

By completing Module 11, you will:

• Draft nutritious meal plans confidently.
• Understand principles of multiple diet styles.
• Use meal-planning tools and templates effectively.
• Design plans reducing cost, waste, and stress.
• Adapt plans to client dietary preferences and needs.

Guidance Every Step of the Way

Our expert nutrition tutors guide you through creating meal plans, applying dietary principles, and using planning tools, supporting your learning every step of the way.