This diet plan was comprised by three physicians and a CEO of a fortune 500 company. The basis of the plan is on reducing your sugar intake to promote weight loss. You are to eliminate sugar and high starch carbohydrates. Instead each meal should comprise of a lean protein, whole grain carbohydrates and low start vegetables and fruit along with a little healthy fat. This plan is not too dissimilar to other low GI diet plans out there. You are to eliminate all processed and starchy carbohydrates this includes vegetables like potatoes, corn and carrots. Certain fruits like bananas are also high in starch. The idea is that by reducing your sugar intake (sugar is also found in high starch vegetables and fruits) you will balance your insulin levels and feel better while losing weight. You are advised to eat moderate portions and although there is not emphasis on calorie counting you must exercise portion control in order to lose weight. The … [Read more...]

The South Beach Diet has sold millions of copies and was founded by Dr. Agatston while working on a diet for his heart patients in the mid 1990s. South Beach diet is based around eating the right type of carbohydrates and good fats rather than bad fats. However, the diet advices you cut out all carbs and alcohol during the first two weeks (phase 1) of the diet. During phase 2 you can reintroduced the right type of carbs and fruits in moderation according to the diet guidelines. The South Beach diet also advices eating low glycemic index foods . For example, low glycemic index fruits you can eat on the diet are apples and pears. High glycemic fruits you should avoid are bananas, watermelon and pineapples. The South Beach diet is similar to the Atkins diet. However, unlike the Atkins diet, Dr. Agatston warns that you should not consumed saturated fats such as butter, ground beef and bacon. Instead you are allowed to eat monosaturated fats … [Read more...]

The Sommersizing Diet was founded by Suzanne Somers and The Sommersizing books have made the best seller lists. The diet is based around eating the right type of carbohydrates and good fats and also food combining. The believe is that if you eat low glycemic index carbohydrates your blood sugars and insulin levels will remain stable allowing your body to burn more fat. You are also encouraged to food combine, which involves eating meat, full fat dairy products and vegetables together without carbohydrates or fruit. You can also eat whole grain carbohydrates alone with vegetables but no meat or dairy. Fruit should always be consumed on its own preferably on an empty stomach. There are also a list of foods you should completely avoid. There are specific guidelines in The Suzanne Somers Diet Book which explains in full detail when to eat fruit during the day, how to effectively combine your meals and many recipes as well. This diet takes a … [Read more...]