FAST DAILY DIET » food http://fastdailydiet.com DAILY DIET TIPS BLOG Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:13:00 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 Raw Food Diet Fast Weight Losshttp://fastdailydiet.com/raw-food-diet-fast-weight-loss/ http://fastdailydiet.com/raw-food-diet-fast-weight-loss/#comments Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:13:00 +0000 admin http://fastdailydiet.com/raw-food-diet-fast-weight-loss/ Raw Food Diet Fast Weight Loss

Those who are looking out for a healthy weight loss, raw food diet can be a good option for them. A raw diet can bring about magnificent results. People who have taken to raw diet have derived remarkable results. Some of them have lost five pounds in the first week. Many people say that raw diet causes a loss of 2 pounds per week.

What exactly is raw diet?

Those who stick to raw diet only consume uncooked foods and unprocessed foods. They mainly have the following food items:

fresh fruits,
vegetables,
nuts,
seeds
and oils

According to people, any food items when heated over 118 degrees loses their food value. The enzymes that are present in raw foods give a lot of nutritional value to the foods. Enzymes speed up the chemical reaction in the body. These enzymes can be derived only by eating fruits and vegetables raw.

Raw food diet consists of fruits and vegetables which are high in fiber content and in water content. Consumption of these over a period of time is sure to bring about weight loss. When you are on a raw food diet, you are advised to eat until you are full. Thus your stomach remains full and yet you do not consume calories as these fruits and vegetables are very low in calories.

Your digestion improves remarkably when you are on a raw diet. The raw food that you consume consists of enzymes. These enzymes get destroyed on cooking. Since the digestion process becomes fast, so does weight loss.

There are plenty of other advantages of going on a raw diet. Several diseases like cardiac diseases, cancer, stomach ailments can be avoided by adopting a raw diet plan. A raw diet plan is also called a raw diet paradox. This is because in this process you eat a lot and lose weight.

Detoxification of the body is brought about raw diet plan. The toxins and other accumulations of the body are eliminated and the system is cleared. Detoxification of the body is important for weight loss. Detoxification also helps in preventing diseases like cancer and several other infections.

A list of food that you must eat as a part of your raw diet:

Vegetables those are fresh. Try eating a lot of leafy vegetables.
Vegetables from the sea like kelp, nori and sea weeds.
Fresh fruits.
Raw nuts and seeds which have not been processed. Eat them without salt.
Some oils that are good for health like flax seed oil, coconut oil, and olive oil.

When you are on a raw food diet, stay away from alcohol, carbonated drinks, caffeine products etc.

Raw diet helps to prevent the following diseases:

heart disease,
cancer,
and diabetes

Raw food is a powerful source of antioxidants too. None of these things are accomplished by synthetic, processed foods.

But if you have low pressure, anemia etc, a raw food diet may not be suitable for you.

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Let’s face it. Fast food chains are not known for healthy weight loss options. As two thirds of the United State’s population is now overweight, we are starting to take a closer look at their dining habits. Fast food chains are responding to the demand with menus that include more fruit and vegetables, smaller portions and even vegetarian options. Their marketing campaigns are well funded and designed to keep your business but where does fast food really fit into your weight loss plan?

Let’s look at some top industry players and what they’re up to these days.

Subway: Possibly the first fast food chain to jump on the weight-loss wagon was Subway. In 1999 Jared Fogle, an unknown college student, became known as “The Subway Guy,” when he told us that eating Subway sandwiches helped him lose 245 pounds in a year- dropping from a whopping 425 pounds to a healthy 190 pounds. He tells the story of how his diet consisted of two meals per day: a turkey sub for lunch and a veggie sub for dinner. Subway’s menu continues to focus a number of its choices on low fat, low carbohydrate and other ‘healthier’ choices.
McDonald’s has been modifying their menu ever since Wayne Spurlock created the Super Size Me documentary in 2004. In addition to a wider choice in salads and grilled chicken they added apple dippers and a fruit and yogurt parfait. They are even test-marketing a smaller version of the Big Mac in some areas.  Their website has a “Nutrition and Fitness” section for customizing healthy options to your needs.
Burger King has dished up some creative food, and is one of the first fast-food giants to offer a vegetarian option with their BK Veggie Burger. They recently added scaled-down items called BK Burger Shots and BK Breakfast Shots. Essentially they are smaller versions of Burger King’s standard burgers and breakfast sandwiches.
Jack In The Box is on the healthy bandwagon with their Healthy Dining Menu. Eight in ten of these menu items have less than 500 calories and 10 grams of fat per serving, in addition to mango smoothies and fruit cups. I see in the news that they have joined the movement and are testing Mini Sirloin burgers in San Diego.

You can see at a glance that the fast food industry provides options with lower calories and less fat and saturated fat. That’s a great start, but while calories and fat matter a great deal when trying to lose weight it’s also important to note that maintaining a healthy body requires adequate nutrition.

Unfortunately fast food menus lack much of the nutrition that is required for a healthy body. Fast food salads usually use iceberg lettuce, not the darker lettuces. Organic steamed or raw vegetables are non-existent. Most proteins come in the form of greasy burgers and fried chicken, rather than legumes, nuts, and fresh fish. Stripped down white bread replaces whole grains.

Our bodies are starved for nutrition, which causes our brain to tell us we’re hungry. If we fill up on empty, nutrition-lacking calories we aren’t feeding our body and our brain will continue to tell us we’re hungry. This is partly why you can eat a whole bag of potato chips and still be hungry.

Can you lose weight in fast-food restaurants? Absolutely. Jared proved it to us and now I see that a man in Virginia has lost 80 lbs. by eating nearly every meal at McDonald’s. Our bodies are designed to survive and are highly adaptable at doing so. Whether we are dieting or not, my biggest concern is that we have become too dependent on fast food and by doing so have lost our connection to our food. I suggest that if you want to lose weight and keep it off in the long run, keep your fast food meals to a minimum. I recommend that you focus on preparing fresh meals as often as you can and really feed your body. This will help you lose weight and keep it off!

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Walking is the first and foremost easier option for people that are classified as obese.  Losing weight is already difficult for most people. To make things worse, people that weigh so much that they cannot use indoor exercise machines without breaking them, rarely find any outdoor exercise or sports activity that they can pick up on.  Since it is so difficult to start exercising you way to a healthier you, I always suggest a combination of walking and weight training for exercise as optional, and working out a easy to follow weight loss food program as not negotiable.

Their are wonderful nutritional diets and there are those less balanced and then there are those I would never recommend.  Under all circumstances however you always have to consult your doctor as you have to be healthy before you start any diet and your doctor would know best as to whether your body would be able to cope with the specific foods and exercises that are listed within the specific slimming plan.

I like to recommend a pyramid of 3 basic rules for anyone that want to lose a few pounds or kilo’s.

But for the sake of keeping this short I will focus on the weight loss food program I want you to create for yourself.

First of all there are the foods you already eat which is most probably making you fat.  There are two ways to go about rectifying the problem here. 

Change the type of food you and your family eat
Eat less than what you normally eat.

I always never recommend too much of a change to the foods you and your family are used to.  A diet is something only the cook has to know about.  A change in the normal eating habits of the household, could be disruptive as you may be met with negative responses that can make dieting harder to start than it already is.

On eating less I usually advise people not to eat smaller portions but to rather cut back on their fat intake by cutting off clear fatty strips from meats.  These adjustments should not be made as such that it will cause a stir – especially if everybody is used to the pork chop for lunch.  As you can shed pounds of fat without drastically changing your eating habits, take the above into consideration when you start out. 

My advice for you is to write down what you normally would eat and declare that as your weight loss food program.

For the very first month I also suggest to not change anything that would make your situation uncomfortable. It is better to get your plan in action and follow it as a dieting action plan, even if you have the same calorie intake as before and even if you don’t do a bit of exercise, stick to your plan.

A balanced nutritional diet consisting of the 15 fat burning foods is extremely important. Although eating food that burn fat and doing special weight loss muscle gain weight training exercises that burn fat, is the fastest way to burn fat and lose weight, your decision to stick to healthy eating habits is much more important.

If you join a fitness and health club and you do the best exercise for building muscle, it would still be better to ask yourself the question “how much should I weigh”, and to then write down your own weight loss food program – even if your program at first only reflects your family’s current fattening food plan.

I always advise candidates to take their diet plan with them when they seek the advice of their doctor. He/she can then use it to refer you to a local qualified nutritionist as well as warn you of any possible dangers should you wish to change your eating habits after reading interesting health articles online. Go for regular checkups at your local medical facility in order to monitor your progress and your health. Always check the correctness of online content with your doctor or a qualified medical practitioner.

The secret of your weight loss success is hidden in your ability to stick to your decision to follow your own weigh loss program, changing it only to make it more balanced, easier to follow or maybe even cheaper on your grocery budget. Always consult your physician whilst maintaining a healthy living style. Be balanced and stay focused so that one day you may testify how much weight you have lost through your perseverance.

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A raw food diet is one which is rich in foods that are derived from plant sources. This generally includes whole, uncooked raw foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, salads, juices, sprouts, beans, nuts and legumes and dry fruits. The basic principle behind the raw food diet is a very scientific and logical one. Raw food diet means the consumption of foods that have not been cooked. This leaves the nutrients, enzymes and vitamins in the food still intact and preserves the nutritional integrity of the food. Raw food is low in calories while rating high in the nutritional content, an unbeatable combination. Consumption of raw food has numerous health benefits. Not only does this eliminate the requirement of going to the gym regularly, this ensures that you stay fit and healthy while never having to starve yourself. Often people find it difficult to make time for working out on a regular basis. But if you simply follow the raw food diet, all your troubles are at an end.

A raw food diet helps to keep any the possibility of any disease in check. It also helps your immune system stay active and fight against pathogens that lead to the development of illnesses. Several chronic conditions such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes can also be kept in control only if you follow the raw food diet. As raw food has little or no trans and unsaturated fat, it prevents the deposition of fat in the body thus helping you acquire a lean and trim figure. Additionally raw food is rich in unsaturated fat which can be easily burnt in the body to provide energy. Thus if you are thinking of switching to the raw food diet you do not need to worry about getting the proper nourishment that is needed. Raw food also has some other useful components such as anti-oxidants and phytonutrients that are not available otherwise from food derived from animal sources. These are essential for the body as they help in digestion and absorption of the body, flush out toxins from the body and eliminate harmful free radicals from the body. Thus cancer causing free radicals and toxins are flushed out of the system enabling you to lead a healthy lifestyle with the risk of disease minimized.

Raw food is supposed to be consumed whole and uncooked. Cooking is a process that subjects the food to high temperatures which may affect the nutritional value of the food. The food is leached of all the useful nutrients and enzymes and thus much degraded in quality. raw food on the other hand has all the nutrients that contribute to the integrity of the food intact and is thus a much better option for a regular diet. With the advent of civilization, man is returning to his roots on the basis of the hypothesis that keeping it simple is to his advantage. Same is the case with raw food. Consuming food raw increases the nutritional value of the food thus letting you enjoy a fit and healthy life.

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The raw food diet is the new fail-safe way of losing weight in a very short time that is catching up with celebrities and regular people alike. Raw food diet started out by being an underground trend and was first treated with much suspicion. But as the benefits of a raw food diet came into light, more and more people started swearing by this kind of diet. The health benefits of following a raw food diet are numerous, not to mention the ease and convenience with which you can adhere to this kind of diet without taking any special trouble. A raw food diet is the best way to lose weight quickly and safely. This diet has no side effects and one can take to this diet without any fears or doubts. A raw food diet basically minimizes the fat intake in your food, which is why it is so effective in helping you lose weight. Most of the food that one consumes on a regular basis has a high content of fat and other harmful substances. This fat accumulates in the body slowly causing you to put on weight as well as your health to detoriate. Fat gets stored in our body as a source of energy but an excess of fat in the diet has the opposite effect, causing one to become unhealthy, even obese and lethargic. The best way to remain fresh, lean and active is to correct your diet.

If you are looking to lose weight fats, there is one way to ensure that you become slim and trim in the shortest amount of time. Most people find to it difficult on exercise or go to the gym on a regular basis. It is not very easy to take out time from your busy schedule to look after your health. But as the old saying goes, health is wealth and one must, by no means, neglect this aspect of ones life. With this diet you no longer need to go into pains such as starving yourself or working out at the gym tirelessly. You can eat your fill as all that you are consuming is perfectly healthy, and this is where the raw food diet paradox comes in. that is, you can actually eat more without putting on weight. So as you will be eating without the actual consumption of harmful calories, you do not need to remain hungry and can lead a healthy and active lifestyle.

Raw food is generally derived from plant sources. Thus this minimizes the chances of occurrence of various diseases such as diabetes, heart attacks and cancer. Plant food helps to alleviate these diseases as opposed to food derived from animal sources such as poultry or red meat.

Another benefit of plant foods is that it is rich in various nutrients that are called phytonutrients as they are present specifically in plants. These are the precursors for anti-oxidants which are required for eliminating toxic chemicals from the body.

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The raw food diet is the new kid on the block that is taking the dieting world by storm! The raw food diet can also be alternatively called nutrition at its best because of the wealth of benefits that is has. The raw food diet gas acquired a huge following in the short amount of time since it surfaced as the new diet to get rid of all your worries. The raw food diet is the solution to all your weight problems as this helps you lose weight without ever going hungry. Sounds like paradox? Well the truth is that raw food is generally high in water and fiber content and low in fat. This is an unbeatable combination as this means that you now get to eat your fill without the nagging worry that this is not good for. So switch to the raw food diet and eat with a clear conscience.

There is a reason as to why the raw food diet is getting popular by the day. This started out with being a fad or an underground trend with people treating it with suspicion and doubt. Initially people were wary of the raw food diet as they were not sure if this diet provided all the nutrients in their full measure. But with time the raw food diet has evolved into being more than just a fad. It is a full-fledged diet that is even recommended by dieticians and nutritionists. Raw food diet has all the necessary nutrients required for the maintenance of ones well-being and health without any of the side-effects that a regular diet has. The raw food diet is easy to maintain, the food is easily prepared and saves you no end of trouble. Basically the diet includes the consumption of uncooked food. Unprocessed fruits, salads, fruit and vegetable juices, nuts, sprouts and seaweed are what comprise a raw food diet. The food is consumed raw and not subjected to cooking or processing. It is a well known fact that heat foodstuffs to temperatures over 115 degree Celsius results in the leaching of nutrients from the food. Therefore it is highly recommended that food should not be cooked and should be directly consumed. Raw food can be prepared in a variety of way ways that lends flavor to a simple meal. The correct garnishing can change your raw food diet into a delicacy.

Most foods that we consume on a regular basis are extremely harmful for your health and result in fatal diseases such as cancer, heart disease and very commonly diabetes. A common remedy for such diseases lies in the diet that one consumes. A plant food diet is rich in phytonutrients that are otherwise missing from our diet. Also plant foods are a very important source of anti-oxidants that are required for the flushing out of toxins from the body and thus ensuring that you lead a clean and healthy lifestyle. Meat dairy or processed foods do not offer such benefits and hence it is advisable that you switch to the raw food diet without wasting any more time.

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Just a little bit ago, I answered some very popular FAQ’s about the Raw Food Weight Loss Diet. Now I want to take an even closer look at one of the biggest concerns most people have with the Raw Food Diet – What to eat.

This is a concern with any diet, whether for weight loss, detox, or just general health. Many times you’ll know the basics of what you can eat, but you will get bored with the basics pretty quickly. This pushes the door wide open so temptation can waltz in a foil your plan -again!

This doesn’t have to be the case, and is one of the biggest reasons I advise people starting this diet to get a Raw Foods Cookbook to help them out. Here are two very easy recipes I’ve come to love to help you through your day.

Tomato Cups

3 medium tomatoes
1/4 of a small cucumber
1 stick celery
1/2 of a small onion
1/4 cup of fresh parsley
1/2 tablespoon fresh mint
1/2 clove garlic
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Sea salt to taste

Cut the tomatoes in half and scoop out center, leave about a fourth of an inch worth of wall.

Put the scooped out pulp in a bowl and set aside.

Finely chop (or use a food processor) all the other ingredients and put in the bowl with tomato pulp.

Mix well.

Fill the tomato halves slightly higher than the brim.

Makes 6 cups.

These are great for a snack, side dish, or anytime. You can even use smaller tomatoes to make them finger food. :)

Nuts Over Raw Salad

1 cup Almonds
1 cup Cashews
1 cup Walnuts
1 cup Peanuts
1 cup Pumpkin Seeds (de-shelled)
1 cup Raw Chocolate Nibs
4 tablespoons of Agave Nectar
Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon

Mix all the nuts and seeds in a large bowl.

Add agave nectar and stir well. Sprinkle cinnamon, chocolate, and desired sea salt amount and stir once more.

This takes only a few moments and can be eaten at breakfast, on the go, or even as a late night snack and I love the salty/sweet combination!

All it takes to ease into this diet is replacing your snacks with healthier choices like the salad above, and replacing one meal a day with a raw meal. I wish you tons of success!

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Raw food diet weight loss is a great way to help get you started on looking and feeling better today. If you are looking for new ways to eat healthy and take off some unwanted weight then we have a few tips designed especially for you. These are the tips that the weight loss people don’t want you to know about.

You don’t have to cut all carbs, red meats, or even sweets from your diet to lose weight. The simple truth of the matter is that the more stuff you cut from your diet, the more you will want to eat it. Cutting foods you love from your diet can lead to binge eating and may ruin a diet faster than if you had allowed them from the beginning.

Foods such as raw vegetables can aid in your diet plan. These may help you to feel fuller longer plus they can give your body fuel to give you more energy. They also give you vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that your body needs to work properly. They make for a great snack and can help to curb cravings for other foods that may be much higher in calories.

If you find that nothing will do except a bit of candy or ice cream then go ahead and indulge. Eating small portions of these foods can help to prevent overeating when you finally give in and eat them anyway. One of the biggest factors with these foods is portion size. Look at the container to find out the amount that is recommended.

Exercise will help you to burn off any excess calories and fat. This also aids in toning muscles for a slimmer look. Your metabolism may also get a much needed boost from physical activity. Most people find that weight loss is impossible without an exercise routine to back it up.

Supplements may also be needed to keep your body healthy if you cut back your food intake. These can be bought at any health store or in your local pharmacy. Keep track of what you eat so that you can be aware of any vitamins you may not be getting from the food you eat on a regular basis.

Talk with your doctor about any new diet or exercise program. Some programs may not be right for everyone and may lead to medical complications. The same is true for supplement use. You may have conditions that make it impossible to do certain activities or limit your food intake. Only your health care provider can answer these questions for you.

Eating right and exercise are key components to losing unwanted pounds and inches. Staying active can do a lot more for you than you may think. You may find that you actually have more energy and this can allow you to exercise even more. Keep in mind that it is easy to burn out and you may want to start off slow. Find a diet plan that is right for you today.

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Food Plan For Weight Loss

HCG Diet Overview

During the first two days of taking HCG drops, you should be eating very high calorie foods that contain high fat and sugar contents. There is no limit to the number of calories or the types of foods that are eaten. Sweets, cookies, ice cream, deep fried foods, etc are all acceptable foods. It is important that you “load” properly, this is a very critical part of the diet. Do not begin loading if you have not started taking the HCG Drops. It is common for people to gain 3-5 pounds in the first two days. Don’t worry, you will lose it all in the follow 48 hours. People that chose not to “load” properly have found that the rest of the unwanted weight does not drop as easily as those people who took the time to “load”.

Food Plan For Weight Loss

So, start your diet with a party and eat as much as you can!

Sample Diet (after loading) Drink lots of water each day (at least 2 liters)

Breakfast: Tea or coffee in any quantity without sugar. Only one tablespoonful of milk allowed in 24 hours. Saccharin or Stevia may be used. Stevia is a much healthier choice.

Lunch:

100 grams of veal, beef, chicken breast, fresh white fish, lobster, crab, or shrimp. All visible fat must be carefully removed before cooking, and the meat must be weighed raw. It must be boiled or grilled without additional fat. Salmon, eel, tuna, herring, dried or pickled fish are not allowed. The chicken breast must be removed from the bird. Boneless and skinless.
One type of vegetable only to be chosen from the following: spinach, chard, chicory, beetgreens, green salad, tomatoes, celery, fennel, onions, red radishes, cucumbers, asparagus, cabbage.
One breadstick (grissino) or one Melba toast (Wasa Bread is also acceptable).
An apple, orange, or a handful of strawberries (6-9 depending on their size) or one-half grapefruit.

Dinner:

The same four choices as lunch (above.)No oil, butter or dressing.

Hint: Our clients have found that saving your fruit and/or melba toast for a snack between lunch and dinner has helped them to not feel as hungry as well as keep their metabolism burning more steadily throughout the day.

5 Sample Recipes

When you order a 21 or 40 day kit, the Diet Manual contains another 17 hCG Diet Recipes for main dishes, drinks, marinades and desserts in the manual when you order the 21 or 40 day kits.

Green Onion Soup

Green onions (allowed amount)
2 c vegetable broth
1-2 t liquid aminos
1 t parsley
1 t zsweet
1/2 t paprika
1/2 t salt
1/2 t dill
1/2 t thyme
1/8 t cayenne or red pepper flakes
1/8 t celery seed
Briefly steam the green onions until tender.
Preheat saucepan over MED heat.
Chop steamed green onions.
In a saucepan, saute the green onions in a bit of vegetable broth for a couple of minutes, then add the parsley, zsweet, paprika, salt, dill, thyme, celery seed, and cayenne. Saute 1-2 mins more.
Add remaining vegetable broth, reduce heat, cover and simmer 20-30 mins.

Lemon Pepper Fish

100g whitefish
juice of half lemon
1-3 cloves minced garlic
1/2 t black pepper
1/4 t salt
1/4 t cumin powder
1/8 t turmeric
Place fish in small bowl. Add garlic, black pepper, salt, cumin, and turmeric. Ensure to coat both sides.
Cover & marinate at least 1 hour in refrigerator.
Preheat oven to 400.
Place the fish in a non-stick baking dish, & cover with the marinade.
Bake 10-20 minutes depending on thickness, until fish easily flakes.
Squeeze with lemon juice.
Serve.

Crockpot Swiss Steak

100g steak
1 T shake ‘n bake
1 T liquid aminos
3-4 cloves minced garlic
1 stalk celery – sliced
1 onion – sliced
1 tomato – diced
1/2-1 c beef broth
Preheat pan over MED-HI heat.
Sprinkle steak with liquid aminos.
Dip steak in shake ‘n bake, coating both sides.
Add steak to pan and brown on both sides.
Transfer steak to crockpot.
Cover with garlic, celery, onions, and diced tomato.
Top with beef broth. Don’t stir!
Cover and cook on low until reaches desired doneness.
When done, serve immediately, and cover with juices from crockpot.

NOTE: This dish includes 3 vegetables which are meant only for flavor. When finished cooking, you can discard veggies, or choose to eat just one of them (as we aren’t allowed to mix veggies on phase 2 per Dr S). Food Plan For Weight Loss

Asparagus Frittata

3 egg whites
1 whole egg
Asparagus (allowed amount)
1-2 cloves minced garlic
1 T dehydrated minced onion
1 T water
1 t parsley
Salt/pepper (to taste)
Tabasco (optional)
Preheat pan over MED heat.
Snap woody ends off asparagus and discard.
Snap each asparagus spear into 2-3 pieces. Add to pan with garlic & heat through until tender.
Preheat oven to 400.
In bowl, mix eggs & water. Add asparagus, minced onion, parsley, salt/pepper.
Pour egg mixture into non-stick baking dish (or dish lined with parchment paper).
Place in oven and cook 10-15 mins until done.
Top with tabasco (optional) and serve immediately.

Orange Ginger Chicken

100g chicken – cut into chunks
Black pepper
orange – cut in 1/4s
2-3 cloves minced garlic
1 T fresh ginger root (about 1/2″-1″ long piece, peeled & minced)
1/2 t basil
Juice of half lemon
Preheat pan over MED heat.
Sprinkle chicken with pepper.
Add chicken to pan and stir fry until brown on all sides, about 5-10 mins.
Add garlic and cook for 1 min.
Squeeze juice of orange quarters over chicken.
Peel & separate orange into sections. Add orange sections, ginger, lemon juice, and basil. Stir well.
Cover and simmer for about 20-30 mins.

NOTE: This includes your meat and fruit portion for this meal.

Recommended Shopping List for Grocery Store

Meats

Shrimp, White Fish (Talapia, Halibut, Orange Ruffy, etc).
Turkey, chicken breast.
Lean Ground Beef, Steak or Roast

Vegetables

Asparagus
Cucumbers
Onions
Celery
Beet Greens
Lettuce
Green Onions
Spinach or Swiss Chard
Tomatoes
Radishes

Fruit

Lemons
Strawberries
Apples
Oranges
Grapefruits

Spices

Mrs Dash
Bragg Liquid Amino (Like Soy Sauce)
Garlic Cloves
Stevia- Both powder as well as liquid and flavors
Kosher Salt or Sea Salt
Other spices (be careful of ingredients, no sugars)

Other Items

Herbal Tea
Green Tea
Coffee
Water container with ounces for tracking
Apple Cider Vinegar
No Fat Cottage Cheese
Eggs
Fresh Salsa (no sugars or preservatives)
Melba Toast, Grissini Bread or Wasa Bread
Multi-Vitamin (make sure that there are no oils).
Miracle Noodles can be found online.

There is a great deal more detail and specifics in the manuscript itself, which you’ll get a free copy of when you order the 21 or 40 day kit. It is suggested that this summary be used as a quick reference only. As with any diet program, if you experience complications or if you have any health risks or concerns, consult your Doctor immediately before beginning this or any other diet program. Food Plan For Weight Loss

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Daily Food Plan For Weight Loss

One good way to reduce weight is to lose calories. This is done by taking in fewer calories than what we usually consume. This will eventually lead to weight loss. But we should also make sure that we are giving our body the right amount of calories, else the body metabolism will sputter and may lead to unforeseen complications. Daily Food Plan For Weight Loss

There are a lot of diet plans that offer you reduced amount of calorie intake. A 1000 calorie diet plan is one such very low calorie diet plan.Be cautioned that 1000 calories a day will be suitable for people who exercise minimally and this diet plan is only for a short time frame. This diet plan should not be continued for more than three days in a row.

This is a very low level of calories diet plan so always consult your doctor before embarking on a 1000 calorie diet plan. This diet plan provides us with so few calories that it might be impossible to meet the nutritional demands of the body with this plan. This plan is generally recommended by doctors when obesity has become a threat to life itself or as a preparation for a surgery. Therefore only after you doctor approves of your plan you should follow this diet. Also make sure that you drink lots of water when following this diet plan and keep your body well-hydrated.

USDA Recommendations:

The USDA recommends the following proportions for a 1000 calorie diet so that it allows proper nutrition while also contributing to weight loss.

One cup of fruits and vegetables, 3 ounces of grains, 2 ounces of meat and beans, 2 cups of milk, 3 teaspoons of oil and 165 discretionary calories of your choice as the ideal diet plan. Also drink as much water and zero calories beverages as you like to make sure that your body gets the necessary fluids.

Sample Diet Plan:

Sample 1:

Breakfast:

The breakfast should primarily consist of cereal and bananas. Typically you can have a cup of cereal, a cup of skimmed milk and a small size banana.

Morning Snack:

The morning snack can contain one cup of skimmed milk blended with quarter of a cup of frozen strawberries.

Lunch:

Typically the lunch is composed of sandwich and fresh fruit. 2 slices of whole wheat bread, 3 ounces of lean meat, 1 plum, lettuce, sliced tomatoes and cucumbers. You can also have chopped onions, mushrooms, olives and sprouts.

Afternoon snack:

You can enjoy any food you like but it should amount to 50 calories. Typically cottage cheese worth 50 calories can be consumed as an afternoon snack.

Dinner:

Dinner should consist of one cup of shredded lettuce, half a cup of your favorite beans, one flour tortilla shell, rice worth 75 calories and one slice of low fat mozzarella cheese.

You can have a cup of strawberries as a bedtime snack.

Herbal teas and water and zero calorie beverages should be consumed all through the day. Daily Food Plan For Weight Loss

Sample 2:

Breakfast:

Apple oatmeal is the best nutritious and low calories breakfast that you can think of. This will also provide you with the energy that you require for the whole day. Apple oatmeal is prepared using half a cup of water, three quarters a cup of skimmed milk, 1/3 cup of oatmeal, half an apple and quarter a teaspoon of cinnamon.

Snack:

You can have a handful of the nuts of your choice but make sure that they are not salted. Typical nuts that you can consume include almonds, walnuts, brazil nuts etc..

Lunch:

A scrambled egg toast made from a large egg, a slice of whole wheat bread, one table spoon of skimmed milk and half a oz of low fat shredded cheese.

Dinner:

Dinner should consists of 2 cups of shredded lettuce, 6 cherry tomatoes, half avocado, half a cup of sliced red pepper, one thinly slice onion, one table spoon of low fat dressing and 2 oz chopped chicken.

Having said all that, 1000 calories is a very low calorie intake and should be used only as a starter for weight loss or as a cleansing diet. This diet is also recommended when you need to rebalance your digestive system after a bout of unhealthy eating. But always get the doctor or a professional health expert’s approval before starting with this diet plan. As this diet is so calorie deficit, special attention should be placed on the nutritional value of the ingredients of your diet plan to make sure that you get the proper nutrition content during the days your dieting with this diet plan.

An unhealthy body will lead to a number of complications and will not lose weight effectively. So be sure that you are consuming enough nutrients to maintain your healthy body. Daily Food Plan For Weight Loss

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