On page 241 of Strong Women Stay Slim it says you can do this program with your husband. What it doesn't say is how he can lose weight with your food plan. Should I put a 6'3" man on the 2000 calorie plan, or is that not enough for a man who wants to lose weight along with me?

Most men can lose weight on calorie plans that are higher than women because their metabolic rate is higher due to a greater amount of lean tissue and muscle in the body. Depending upon how heavy your husband is, I would recommend that he start on the 2000 calorie plan. If he is too hungry on the plan and losing weight too rapidly (more than 2 pounds per week), add one extra portion of each (grain, vegetable, fruit, dairy and protein) to the plan. This should add about 300 extra calories, which will help to make the diet work for him. Also, make sure that he follows along with the exercise program outlined in the book. Exercises are just as important for him as they are for you!