South Beach - Start Out With Low Carbs And Fats And Move To Balance
SOUTH BEACH DIET Description
The South Beach Diet is a three phase program. First two phases based on reduced carbohydrates. Third phase a lifetime plan based on healthy recipes and ingredients. Focus for diabetics. 24/7 support online. Support discussion groups. Recipe finder software online. Recommendations on eating out. A healthier "Atkins". Defines fats as either "bad" or "good" based on glycemic index criteria which can interfere with insulin in the body's ability to process fat and sugar. Also maintains that saturated and trans fats contribute to an increase in cardiovascular disease. The diet plan restricts these items accordingly. Carbohydrates and fats are reduced. Diet helpful for the reduction of cholesterol and lowering blood pressure and bringing blood sugar levels in line In the first phase, dairy, sugar, candy, bread, potatoes, fruit, cereals, and grains are sharply reduced or avoided to eliminate insulin resistance caused by these items. Kraft Foods have licensed a line of prepared foods under the label South Beach Living. These products are not included in the weekly cost of the plan. Promises Steady weight loss and a range of support options. Promoted by Authored by Arthur Agatston, M.D., is a cardiologist and an associate professor of medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He has served on committees of the American Society of Echocardiography, the American College of Cardiology, and the Society of Atherosclerosis Imaging, where he is a founding member of the board of directors. He was recently elected to serve on the board of directors of The American Dietetic Association Foundation. Published by South Beach Diet Trademark Limited Partnership. Medical Profession Comments For the most part positive but Dr Agatson's recent book The South Beach Diet Supercharged has been criticised by exercise professionals for it's exercise recommendations. Cost First week free - subsequent weeks $5 per week. cancel anytime. Summary After the initial phases, a balanced healthy nutrition basis diet. Caution before following South Beach Supercharged recommendations for exercise programs.
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