Weight Loss Programs: Free and Effective
Posted on March 6, 2009
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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.
New Diet Revolution created by Dr. Atkins. The program is based on a diet that trims down carbohydrates and promotes high protein. It encourages dieters to take in as much meat and vegetables they want, but avoid pasta and bread. Fat is not prohibited, so the dieter can use as much salad dressing they need and liberally spread on their butter. Fruits and grains are allowed, but in limited amount. The dieter may be found lacking on the needed fibers and calcium after the diet while having more fat than necessary.
Carbohydrate Addict’s Diet by Drs. Heller. This weight loss/diet program also encourages dieters to avoid foods rich in carbohydrates while eating a lot of meat, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products. Disadvantages of this program though includes limiting people with their carb and fiber intake with “reward” meals containing too much saturated fats.
Choose to Lose made by Dr. Goor. Fat is the culprit and it has to be restrained. In this diet plan, a person is provided with a fat budget that he has to consume as he chooses. No pressure is given to him regarding his carbohydrate intake. It is alright to eat meat, poultry, seafood and low-fat dairy. There is no prohibition too with regards to eating bread and pasta, fruits and vegetables and cereals. We can consider this weight loss program healthy because there’s an ample amount of saturated fats and fruits and vegetables as well. Triglyceride levels should be watched though. If it gets high, cut the carbohydrates and take in more unsaturated fats.
The DASH Diet. This weight loss plan is primarily designed for dieters with low blood pressure, advocating moderate amounts of fat and protein in the diet as well as high carbohydrate intake. All though it encourages people to eat healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, and whole wheat grains, some think it promotes too much eating.
Eat More, Weigh Less by Dr. Ornish. This is a vegetarian and low-fat weight loss plan. It encourages dieters to eat foods that fall under the “glow” category, however it warns people to watch out for non-fat fairy or other similar foods. The downside is that it is poor in calcium and restricts the consumption of other health foods like poultry and seafood.
Eat Right for Your Type. This is an interesting free diet program because it is based on the person’s blood type. It takes on this principle because some diet plans are better for people with certain blood types as compared to others. For example, ERYT recommends plenty of meat for people with the blood type O. But despite this unique concept, there are no findings proving that the person’s blood type affects his or her 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. The plan suggests eating low-density calorie food. Food recommendations are similar to Pritkin but dry or fatty foods such as popcorn, crackers and pretzels are restricted. The high amount of vegetables and fruits and the fact that it is low in saturated fats and calorie density makes it a reasonably healthy plan.
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. Moderate on fats and proteins but high in carbohydrates is what the diet aims at. The diet plan is very healthy aside from being flexible, too. The dieter is allowed to make a plan of his own meal instead of giving him ready made set.
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