Green diet
The Green Diet refers to a low calorie cleansing food system. The basis of the diet is green plant foods: vegetables, fruits and leafy greens.
The principle of action of the "Green Diet" is based on the beneficial effects of plant foods on the body: it contains a lot of fiber, which helps to eliminate toxins and toxins, improve intestinal motility and eliminate constipation. Vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamins, and green colored vegetables also contain chlorophyll, which increases immunity and metabolic rate. Many green vegetables and fruits (cabbage, cucumbers, quince, apples, pears) contain tartronic acid, which sharply slows down the conversion of carbohydrates into fats (lipogenesis) in the body and fat deposits are not formed.
According to research, green, unlike red, orange, and yellow, reduces appetite. Green foods can be satiated faster than other colors.
The Green Diet also allows for carbohydrate and protein foods.
The rules are as follows:
- meals should be fractional, in small portions, at intervals of 2-2.5 hours;
- dinner no later than 18:00;
- salt intake should be minimized;
- the diet should contain animal proteins;
- the amount of carbohydrate foods depends on the physical activity of the losing weight. If it is significant, the daily menu should contain at least 200 g of food containing carbohydrates, otherwise its volume is reduced to 100 g;
- vegetables are allowed to eat throughout the day, "slow" carbohydrates (they contain, for example, whole grain bread) are consumed in the morning, kefir is better to drink at night;
- in addition to the diet, it is recommended to perform simple physical exercises, massage sessions, a visit to the sauna and bath are welcome.
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The virtues of the Green Diet
With the "Green Diet", the plumb line is 1-2 kg per week, this rate of weight loss, according to nutritionists, is optimal. Weight goes away slowly but steadily.
The condition of the skin and hair is noticeably improved, which is explained by the large amount of nutrients in vegetables and fruits and the beneficial effect of fiber on the intestines. It also fills the stomach, creating a feeling of fullness, so there is no feeling of hunger and as a result, the diet is easily tolerated.
Due to the low glycemic index of green fruits and vegetables that form the basis of the menu, the Green Diet helps to normalize blood sugar levels, which has a positive effect on metabolism.
Disadvantages and contraindications of the Green Diet
The Green Diet is not suitable for those who urgently need to lose weight. It should not be considered a quick weight loss method.
The diet is not recommended for women during pregnancy and breastfeeding, children and adolescents. This food system is contraindicated for arthritis, urolithiasis, chronic diseases of the digestive system, and in the presence of any other chronic diseases, you should consult your doctor before starting a diet.
What foods are allowed?
The basis of the “Green Diet” diet is green vegetables and fruits: cucumbers, bell peppers, white cabbage, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower, broccoli, young zucchini, asparagus, green beans, peas, lettuce, green onions, garlic, dill, celery, parsley, basil, cilantro, sorrel, apples, pears, grapes, kiwi, avocado. Small amounts of vegetable oils are allowed, such as olive oil for salad dressing, and green spices.
You can eat lean chicken and turkey, fish, eggs, rye and whole grain bread, low-fat dairy products. But each of these products is included in the menu no more than once every two days.
During the day, you must drink at least 1.5 liters of clean non-carbonated water. It is also recommended to drink green tea and herbal infusions (chamomile, mint, St. John's wort, lemon balm).
What foods are prohibited?
Prohibited ones include:
- fatty meat and fats of animal origin (including butter), canned and smoked foods, semi-finished products;
- potatoes, corn, beans (except green beans), peas, rice, starch;
- wheat bread, baked goods, desserts, sugar;
- pizza, dumplings, dumplings;
- mayonnaise, sauces;
- persimmons, dates, mangoes, grapes (except for green varieties), bananas, apricots, other fruits, except permitted ones, dried fruits;
- carbonated and alcoholic drinks.
Green Diet Menu
An example of a Green Diet menu for three days:
First breakfast: rye bread sandwich with cottage cheese, green onions and 2 slices of avocado.
Second breakfast: kiwi.
Lunch: broccoli cream soup, small turkey roll with spinach.
Afternoon snack: apple.
Dinner: kefir (200 ml).
First breakfast: cheese with green onions, kiwi, green tea.
Second breakfast: an apple or a fresh cucumber.
Lunch: vegetable soup (broccoli, potatoes, celery).
Afternoon snack: fruit.
Dinner: grilled vegetables seasoned with olive oil and rosemary.
First breakfast: low-fat yogurt (200 ml) with puffed rice (1 tsp), a slice of rye bread, tea with mint.
Second breakfast: a small bunch of grapes.
Lunch: low-fat cottage cheese with spinach and capers, seasoned with a clove of garlic, yogurt and basil, chicken leg stewed with herbs.
Afternoon snack: apple.
Dinner: boiled broccoli with chopped garlic and parsley, boiled green beans (50 g).
Useful Tips
Tip 1. With the "Green Diet" you should eat vegetables raw or boiled, stewed, steamed.
Tip 2. It is not recommended to eat fruit after 17:00.
3.5 out of 5
The Green Diet is easy to follow as food choices are based on color - green vegetables and fruits dominate the diet. Since the diet also includes proteins and slow carbohydrates, it can be considered balanced.
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