THE WHOLE GRAIN DIET
As the low-carb craze starts to fad, dieters are realizing that a balanced diet, full of nutrient based ingredients, is the answer for long-term weight loss. The Whole Grain Diet encompasses just that. Dr. Lisa Hark and Dr. Darwin Dean created this sensible diet plan easy enough for anyone to follow.
Many scientific studies have proven that whole grains are very beneficial to your health. A good consumption of whole grains will reduce the risk of colon cancer, diabetes and heart disease, and lower blood pressure.
Foods Emphasized: High fiber foods like fruits and vegetables
Foods Discouraged: Processed foods that contain refined grain products
Premise and Guidelines: Followers of the Whole Grain Diet will eat more than 48 grams of fiber per day, over three servings. The diet has two phases- the Jumpstart Session and the Everyday Menus.
The Jumpstart Session is a strict two-week diet consisting of many fruits and vegetables and strictly forbids alcohol. The Everyday phase lasts four weeks and is a bit more flexible. Followers are allowed one alcoholic drink per day, and follow a meal plan consisting of three servings of dairy, sugar-free drinks and lean cut meat.
The biggest challenge for dieters is staying away from all processed foods, including fast food and refined grain products. Refined grains are found in many familiar products like white bread, white pasta and white rice.