Posted on 09/15/2024 10:39:50 AM PDT by grundle
I asked ChatGPT:
If a person has little money, please list a low-cost meal plan for one day that would maximize nutrition and minimize cost.
This is the answer that it gave:
Creating a low-cost meal plan that maximizes nutrition involves choosing affordable, nutrient-dense foods. Here’s a sample meal plan that aims to balance cost, nutrition, and simplicity:
Breakfast: Oatmeal with Fruit and Seeds
Oats: Cooked with water or a small amount of milk (or a plant-based alternative). Oats are inexpensive and provide fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals.
Flax Seeds: Add a tablespoon of ground flax seeds to the oatmeal for omega-3s and additional fiber.
Banana: Sliced banana on top for added vitamins and potassium.
Cost Estimate: ~$0.50–$1.00
Lunch: Lentil Soup with Spinach
Lentils: A great, low-cost source of protein and iron. Cook with onions, garlic, and a few spices.
Spinach: Add a handful of fresh or frozen spinach to the soup for vitamins A, C, K, and folate.
Carrots and Celery: Optional, for added flavor and nutrition.
Cost Estimate: ~$1.00–$1.50
Snack: Apple and Peanut Butter
Apple: Provides fiber and vitamin C.
Peanut Butter: A small spoonful for protein and healthy fats.
Cost Estimate: ~$0.50–$1.00
Dinner: Rice and Beans with Vegetables
Brown Rice: Provides complex carbohydrates and fiber.
Black Beans: A good source of protein, iron, and fiber. Use canned beans for convenience, or cook dried beans if you have more time.
Mixed Vegetables: Use frozen vegetables for affordability and nutrition. You can stir-fry or steam them to add to the rice and beans.
Cost Estimate: ~$1.00–$1.50
Total Daily Cost Estimate: ~$3.00–$5.00
Nutritional Highlights:
Protein: Lentils, beans, and peanut butter provide good sources of protein. Fiber: Oats, flax seeds, apples, and vegetables contribute to high fiber intake.
Vitamins and Minerals: Fruits, vegetables, and legumes offer essential vitamins and minerals.
Tips to Keep Costs Low:
1. Buy in Bulk: Purchase staples like oats, rice, and lentils in bulk to save money.
2. Use Frozen Vegetables: They’re often cheaper than fresh and have a longer shelf life.
3. Seasonal Produce: Choose fruits and vegetables that are in season for lower prices.
4. Store Brands: Opt for store brands or generic products which are typically cheaper.
This meal plan is designed to be affordable while providing a good range of nutrients. Adjustments can be made based on local prices, seasonal availability, and personal preferences.
No meat, fish or poultry makes the diet very difficult to meet complete protein needs.
anything for gas ?
This is something our grandparents knew and lived on.
No junk food of “Happy Meals”!
Eat more beans.
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Good post yours. I tried that question on Bing. Here’s the answer I got:
“Bill Gates says to eat bugs.”
(Just kidding. Maybe.)
BTTT and complements to dau.
ChatGPT: “Get you and some friends to do a smash and grab at Walmart”
Advanced AI is being developed to teach the sheeple that Soylent Green is both cheap and nutritious.
:-)
that meal plan sucks
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Some of my favorite meals are recipes grandma taught me.
e.g., escarole & beans with ditalini.
Save the water from blanching the escarole to use to boil the pasta (absorbs the vitamins back in).
No need to mention you have to use the good parmesan and italian bread (none of that “meddigan” stuff) to complete the meal.
I have two words for ChatGTP: heme iron.
“No meat, fish or poultry makes the diet very difficult to meet complete protein needs.”
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Agreed. A diet like this is WAY too low on protein.
A 180 lb person should have 135-180 grams of high quality protein every day.
This AI suggestion probably has a third of that.
so ChatGPT is vegan ?
I have split-peas in the crockpot right now. Going to grill some hamsteak when the peas are done.
Also, bologna and hot dogs are perfectly fine sources of protein. My doctor said so.
Add some ground turkey To the dinner, or the lunch? Also, I think a little dairy product, like cheese or sour cream, would round out the flavor and provide satiation.
IMO eggs should be at the top of the list for cheap and nutritious.
Maybe a diet of eggs, potatoes, a leafy green, peanut butter, and yogurt.
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