A Nutritionist Weighs in...

This diet plan may be great for short-term weight loss. It teaches some important nutritional concepts, such as choosing organic produce and meats. Yet with all of the food restrictions, it may be difficult to achieve long-term weight loss. Those who are able to eliminate most grains and sweets and limit fruits during the diet may have success, but getting rid of fruit is not necessarily healthy. Some healthy recipes are worth checking out, as are the unique techniques to help curb cravings and stay on track with an exercise program.

If you can give up grains, fruits, and sweets, this might work for you

The eating plan is very restrictive during weight loss, even if you choose the most lenient food plan. If you think you can give up most fruits, carbs, and sweets for the long haul, then this may be a good plan. But most people will have a difficult time.

The plan says that if you are not losing weight, you should lower calories to no more than 1,000 per day. Diets below 1,200 calories run the risk of not providing optimal nutrition and are not recommended. You should see a doctor if you're gong to follow such a low-calorie diet. Remember, if you don't eat much, you'll feel hungry, which may interfere with your sticking to the plan.

Meal planning and cooking are important for the diet. If you don't like spending evenings in the kitchen, this plan may not be for you.

It could also be expensive, what with all the supplements and the emphasis on eating organic foods. However, eating organic is healthy and you may find that the benefits outweigh the costs.

Another possible frustration is the lack of weight loss guidelines. This makes it difficult for you to track success and may be frustrating. Vegetarians may have a problem on this plan since many soy-based foods are not allowed and dairy is only allowed in limited quantities.

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