The
race to fitness is on and a lot of people are getting into the band
wagon. Some people do it to achieve a sexy body, some people just do it
because they are embarrassed with the body they have now, while others
do it simply to remain fit and heatlthy. As such, many fitness programs
are out in the internet, in gyms, spas and fitness centers all over.
Some are too expensive to afford that one may even lose weight just by
trying to work out the money needed to pursue these fitness programs.
One may not have to go to the gym or the spa or any fitness center and
spend much just to slim down to obtain that longed for sexy body. There
are many books available in the bookstore which offer weight loss
programs which are convenient and for free, of course the books are not
though. These weight loss programs, or diet plans are gaining immense
popularity with so much publicity, testimonials and reviews that one
may be confused which exactly to follow. So before choosing which
weight loss plan to follow, try reading these summaries about the most
popular diet programs out today.
Atkins'
New Diet Revolution by Dr. Atkins. This weight loss
program
encourages high protein diet and a trim down on the carbs. One can
feast on vegetables and meat but should fast on bread and pasta. One is
also not restricted against fat intake so it is okay to pour in the
salad dressing and freely spread on the butter. However, after the
diet, one may find himself lacking on fiber and calcium yet high in
fat. Intake of grains and fruits are also limited.
Carbohydrate
Addict's Diet by Drs. Heller. This diet plan advocates low
carbohyrate eating. Approves on eating meats, vegetables and fruits,
dairy and grain products. however, warns against taking in too much
carb. "Reward" meal can be too high on fats and saturated fats.
Choose
to Lose by Dr. Goor. Restrains fat intake. One is given a
"fat"
budget and he is given the liberty on how to spend it. It does not
pressure the individual to watch his carbohydrate intake. Eating meat
and poultry as well as low-fat dairy and seafoods is okay. A go signal
is also given on eating vegetables, fruits, cereals, bread and pasta.
This weight loss plan is fairly healthy, good amounts of fruits and
vegetables as well as saturated fats. Watch triglyceride levels though;
if high, trim down the carbohydrates and tuck in more of the
unsaturated fats.
T
he DASH Diet
advocates moderate amounts of fat and protein intake and
high on carbs. Primarily designed to lower blood pressure, the diet
plan follows the pyramid food guide and encourages high intake of whole
wheat grains as well as fruits and vegetables and low-fat dairy. Some
dieters think it advocates too much eating to procure significant
weight loss.
Eat
More, Weigh Less by Dr. Ornish. Primarily vegetarian fare
and
strictly low-fat. Gives the go signal on the "glow" foods but warns to
watch it on non-fat dairy and egg whites. This diet is poor in calcium
and retricts consumption of healthy foods like seafoods and lean
poultry.
Eat
Right for Your Type. Interesting because it is based on
the
person's blood type. recommends plenty of mest for people with the
blood type O. Diet plans for some blood types are nutritionally
imbalanced and too low in calories. And for the record, there is even
no proof that blood type affects dietary needs.
The
Pritkin Principle. Focused on trimming the calorie density
in
eating by suggesting watery foods that make one feel full. Eating
vegetables, fruits, oatmeal, pasta, soups, salads and low-fat dairy is
okay. Although limits protein sources to lean meat, pseafood and
poultry. Although it is healthy by providing low amounts of saturated
fats and rich amounts of vegetables and fruits, it is also low on
calcium and limits lean protein sources.
Volumetrics.
For low-density calorie eating. Recommends the same
foodstuff as Pritkin but restricts fatty or dry foods like popcorn,
pretzels and crackers. This plan is reasonably healthy given the high
amounts of fruits and vegetables as well as being low in calorie
density and saturated fats.
The
Zone. Moderately low on the carbs yet moderately high on
the
proteins. Encourages low-fat protein foods like fish and chicken plus
veggies, fruits and grains. It is also healthy but lacking in grains
and calcium.
Weight
Watchers. High carbohydrates, moderate on fats and
proteins. A
very healthy diet plan and very flexible too. it allows the dieter to
plan his own meal rather than give him a set to follow...
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