A lot of people are in for a race to fitness. There are many reasons for this fitness race: achieving a sexy body, ending whatever embarrassment they get because of their body, or simply staying fit and healthy. Because of this, many health and fitness programs are developed and are now advertised all over the spas and fitness centers, in gyms, and on the Internet. Some of them are too expensive that trying to afford one may result in weight loss faster than the recommended methods included in the fitness program.
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 is a popular weight loss program that encourages a high protein diet along with techniques on how to cut down on the carbohydrate intake. It encourages people to eat more vegetables and meat while avoiding foods like bread and pasta that are rich in carbs. Another feature of this diet program is that it encourages people not to fear the intake of fat. But despite all these, this program has its downsides such as lacking too much intake of fat, lack of food rich in fiber and calcium, and limited intake of fruits and grains.
Carbohydrate Addict's Diet as created by Drs. Heller. The diet plan encourages low carbohydrate eating. It is alright to eat meats, dairy, vegetables, fruits, and grain products. Eating food with too much carbohydrate is discouraged. So-called reward meals can be eaten, but these can have too much fat contents.
Choose to Lose by Dr. Goor. This weight loss program restrains dieters from eating foods containing fat, providing them with a fat budget in which he or she is given the choice on how and what to spend that budget on. As compared to the previous diet plans, this one doesn't require you to avoid foods rich in carbohydrates like bread and pasta, meats and poultry, dairy products, and seafood. According to many, this program is fairly healthy as it allows dieters to have a good amount of fruits and vegetables in their diets.
The 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. This program is focused on trimming the body's calorie density through eating foods that makes the person full easily. Some approved foods include vegetables, fruits, oatmeal, soup, salads, and low-fat dairy products. Downsides to this program include limited protein and low calcium intake.
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. This weight loss program is moderately low on carbohydrates yet high on protein. It promotes low-fat protein food such as chicken, fish, veggies, fruits, and grains. Though it is essentially healthy, this plan lacks in calcium.
Weight Watchers. This weight loss plan promotes high intake of carbohydrates while being moderate on protein and fat-rich foods. This is a very healthy and very flexible diet for most people since it allows the dieter to plan his or her own meals. - 16650
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 is a popular weight loss program that encourages a high protein diet along with techniques on how to cut down on the carbohydrate intake. It encourages people to eat more vegetables and meat while avoiding foods like bread and pasta that are rich in carbs. Another feature of this diet program is that it encourages people not to fear the intake of fat. But despite all these, this program has its downsides such as lacking too much intake of fat, lack of food rich in fiber and calcium, and limited intake of fruits and grains.
Carbohydrate Addict's Diet as created by Drs. Heller. The diet plan encourages low carbohydrate eating. It is alright to eat meats, dairy, vegetables, fruits, and grain products. Eating food with too much carbohydrate is discouraged. So-called reward meals can be eaten, but these can have too much fat contents.
Choose to Lose by Dr. Goor. This weight loss program restrains dieters from eating foods containing fat, providing them with a fat budget in which he or she is given the choice on how and what to spend that budget on. As compared to the previous diet plans, this one doesn't require you to avoid foods rich in carbohydrates like bread and pasta, meats and poultry, dairy products, and seafood. According to many, this program is fairly healthy as it allows dieters to have a good amount of fruits and vegetables in their diets.
The 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. This program is focused on trimming the body's calorie density through eating foods that makes the person full easily. Some approved foods include vegetables, fruits, oatmeal, soup, salads, and low-fat dairy products. Downsides to this program include limited protein and low calcium intake.
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. This weight loss program is moderately low on carbohydrates yet high on protein. It promotes low-fat protein food such as chicken, fish, veggies, fruits, and grains. Though it is essentially healthy, this plan lacks in calcium.
Weight Watchers. This weight loss plan promotes high intake of carbohydrates while being moderate on protein and fat-rich foods. This is a very healthy and very flexible diet for most people since it allows the dieter to plan his or her own meals. - 16650
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