Weekly Meal Plan for MPN Patients: Nourishing Recipes for Better Living

This weekly plan incorporates anti-inflammatory and Omega-3-rich foods to help manage symptoms and improve overall health. Let’s take a look at the delicious meals planned for the week!

Day 1

- Breakfast: Kéfir yogurt with chia seeds and mixed berries 

- Lunch: Sardine and avocado salad 

- Snack: A handful of walnuts 

- Dinner: Grilled salmon with quinoa and roasted vegetables 

- During Fasting Window: Water, herbal teas, vegetable broth, black coffee 

Day 2

- Breakfast: Oatmeal with almond butter and sliced bananas 

- Lunch: Lentil and spinach soup and lemon juice

- Snack: Sliced cucumber with hummus 

- Dinner: Mediterranean chickpea and spinach stew 

- During Fasting Window: Water, herbal teas, vegetable broth, black coffee 

Day 3

- Breakfast: Smoothie with spinach, flaxseeds, and almond milk 

- Lunch: Quinoa and mixed veggie stir-fry 

- Snack: Carrot sticks with guacamole 

- Dinner: Baked mackerel with roasted sweet potatoes 

- During Fasting Window: Water, herbal teas, vegetable broth, black coffee 

Day 4

- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with spinach and avocado 

- Lunch: Mediterranean tuna salad 

- Snack: A handful of almonds 

- Dinner: Grilled chicken with roasted broccoli and quinoa 

- During Fasting Window: Water, herbal teas, vegetable broth, black coffee 

Day 5

- Breakfast: Whole-grain toast with mashed avocado and a poached egg 

- Lunch: Farro salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta 

- Snack: Apple slices with almond butter 

- Dinner: Sardine pasta with whole-grain spaghetti 

- During Fasting Window: Water, herbal teas, vegetable broth, black coffee 

Day 6

- Breakfast: Chia pudding with almond milk and berries 

- Lunch: Grilled veggie wrap with hummus 

- Snack: Handful of pumpkin seeds 

- Dinner: Grilled shrimp with sautéed kale and quinoa 

- During Fasting Window: Water, herbal teas, vegetable broth, black coffee 

Day 7

- Breakfast: Smoothie bowl with spinach, chia seeds, and berries 

- Lunch: Lentil salad with roasted veggies and tahini dressing with lemon juice

- Snack: Sliced bell peppers with hummus 

- Dinner: Baked cod with quinoa and steamed asparagus 

- During Fasting Window: Water, herbal teas, vegetable broth, black coffee 

These nutritious recipes are based on expert advice from Carla Not, an expert in nutrition, at the 4th MPN Spring Symposium, designed to help MPN patients feel their best. Ready to take charge of your health with these easy, wholesome meals? Let’s get cooking!