Diets
The Low-Carb Food Pyramid
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Unlike many diets, the Atkins Diet is a complete change in dietary lifestyle. Through the use of four phases over the course of the individual's life time, the Atkins Diet benefits the entire body. This new method of weight loss and health benefit is being researched by many.
Phase 1: Induction
Carbohydrate consumption is reduce to a maximum of 20 grams each day. The carbohydrates eaten derive primarily from salads and non-starchy vegetables.
Phase 2: Ongoing Weight Loss (OWL)
Carbohydrates are slowly added to the died. These carbohydrates come from nutrient-dense and fiber-rich foods. 25 grams are consumed on a daily basis for the first week, 30 grams for the next week and so on until weight loss no longer occurs. 5 grams are then subtracted from your daily intake to create a continue sustained, moderate weight loss.
Phase 3: Pre-Maintenance
The transition from weight loss to maintenance is done by increasing the daily carbohydrate intake in 10-gram increments each week until very gradual weight loss is maintained.
Phase 4: Lifetime Maintenance
Carbohydrate intake is still controlled to ensure weight maintenance and healthy eating habits. "This lifestyle is the foundation for a lifetime of better health."
The South Beach Diet, similar to Atkins and used by many of the same people as a final stage to the Atkins Diet, is a dietary structure used to monitor the type of carbohydrates and fats eaten, rather than lower them as a whole.
This three step diet consists of "Phase 1: Banishing Your Cravings" "Phase 2: Reintroducing Carbs" and "Phase 3: A Diet for Life." Quite similar to Atkins, this diet was developed by Dr. Arthur Agatston and has been clinically tested to eventually assist the individual's cardiovascular system.
The Weight Watchers' Philosophy:
Weight Watchers has always believed that dieting is just one part of long-term weight management. A healthy body results from a healthy lifestyle - which means mental, emotional and physical health. Weight Watchers does not tell you what you can or can't eat. We provide information, knowledge, tools and motivation to help you make the decisions that are right for you about nutrition and exercise. We help you to make healthy eating decisions, and we encourage you to enjoy yourself by becoming more active. To provide motivation, mutual support, and encouragement and instruction from our leaders, Weight Watchers organizes group Meetings around the world. Meetings members often become Meetings leaders and receptionists, sharing the story of their personal success with others.
At Weight Watchers, weight management is a partnership that combines our knowledge with your efforts. And trust us, your efforts will pay off! We help you on your journey by:
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Providing you with the knowledge of our proven POINTS plan. |
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Guiding you to make positive behavioral changes in your life. |
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Inspiring you with our belief in your power to succeed. |
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Motivating you every step of the way. |
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**Information on this site belongs in partial to the official site of the diet the information derived from. Please references the websites of the diets if pursuing a diet to apply to your life.