To put it bluntly, if you’re looking for a diet on which you’re going to be handled with kid gloves, this isn’t it. The Ultimate New York Body Plan is basically boot camp for dieters. The diet is based on 1,200 calories and Kirsch’s “ABCDEF’s” rules ban alcohol, bread, starchy…
According to the Eades, the fat that a person consumes has little to do with weight gain. It is carbohydrates that contribute to additional weight. Getting rid of the carbs and the problem is solved. Restricting carbs makes for lower insulin levels, that in turn burns the fat being stored…
The program has three main components: medical, behavioral and nutritional. To participate, you must first undergo a medical evaluation to see if you meet the standards of the OPTIFAST plan. Once you are a patient of the OPTIFAST program, you have a team of physicians, dietitians and counselors at your…
This is not to say you have to cut out all sugar when following Sugar Busters. Instead dieters follow an eating program that works to lower insulin levels by mainly eating low-glycemic foods. A diet rich in high-fiber vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and some dairy helps keep insulin levels…
Unlike the promise of quick fixes or overnight successes like other fly-by-night plans, Jenny Craig calls for a more objective approach to dieting that upholds three main concepts: a good relationship with food, an active lifestyle and a balanced approach to living. Jenny Craig provides each member with a well-rounded…
Although there is no scientific research to back the claims of the alkaline diet, it is looked upon favorably by holistic doctors and some nutritionists who test pH levels through blood, saliva and urine. The diet tells followers to eat 70 to 80% alkaline foods and 20 to 25% acid…
A recent study showed that people who drank tea for more than 10 years also had a reduction in body fat. Green tea is loaded with an antioxidant called epigallocatechin gallete, which not only stops the growth of cancer cells but kills them as well. This property also lowers cholesterol…
Foods with a low G.I. ranking are responsible for slower digestion and absorption. These traits result in gradual rises in blood sugar and insulin levels, which has proven health benefits. By balancing unrefined complex carbs with lean protein and healthy fat, it’s easier to keep blood sugars stable and boost…
A renowned weight-loss expert who has been on Oprah and Extra, Cruise knows the importance of time. He is also the creator of the 3-Hour Diet, a weight-loss program that calls for followers to eat at all hours to keep the metabolism revved. He is also following up with a…
The rationalization behind food combining is that different food groups require different digestion times. Making the proper combinations enables the body to digest and utilize the nutrients found in food to the fullest extent. The theory of food combining is extremely confusing and unless you have a thorough knowledge of…