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.
There really is not need to spend so much money going to the gym or spa regularly just to achieve that much-coveted body form. Bookstores are full of health and fitness books that suggest weight loss programs that are free and practical. Some of these weight loss programs are getting too much hype and are becoming very popular. There are too many of these programs out there and they receive varied testimonials and reviews that it is extremely confusing to tell which of them are true. To help you choose the weight loss program that will work best for you, here are summaries of some of the widely-known diet plans.
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 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 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. The diet plan is interesting as it is based on a person’s blood type. People with type O blood can eat plenty of meat for. Some blood types have nutritionally imbalanced diet plans and are too low in calories. This is a little controversial because of lack of substantial proof on the effects of blood type to a person’s 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. This is designed as a low calorie diet. It recommends the same kind of foods as Pritkin but it strictly limits fatty or dry foods such as crackers, pretzels, and even popcorn. According to the reviews, this diet plan is reasonably healthy for dieters.
The Zone. Moderately low carbs and moderately high proteins make up the diet plan. Foods that have low-fat protein such as chicken and fish together with grains, vegetables and fruits are encouraged. This can be considered a healthy diet program, although calcium and grains are limited.
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.
