Meat diet
"Meat diet" refers to protein food systems, the action of which is based on a decrease in carbohydrate-containing foods in the diet and an increase in protein. As you know, the body receives energy primarily from carbohydrates. With a deficiency of carbohydrates, fat becomes a source of energy, and this is a direct path to weight loss.
The rules of the "Meat Diet":
- at least 5 meals a day;
- refusal of fried foods. Meat should be boiled, baked, stewed, steamed, vegetables should preferably be eaten raw;
- 500 g of protein products in the daily menu;
- refusal of salt;
- it is forbidden to drink during meals and 30 minutes after it.
Advantages of the "Meat Diet"
For 10 days of the "Meat diet" you can get rid of 5 kg. There is no excruciating hunger, so the risk of breakdown is significantly reduced.
The diet is suitable for people involved in sports: muscle tissue is supported by a large amount of protein.
The principle of fractional nutrition, applied in the "Meat Diet" (frequent meals in small portions), is the most healthy regime for the digestive system and metabolism. During the 10 days of the diet, the habit of eating a small amount of food at a time is developed. This helps to reduce the size of the stomach and reduce appetite, which in turn strengthens the result.
Disadvantages and contraindications of the "Meat diet"
Sometimes constipation occurs during the diet, which is associated with a large amount of protein foods and, as a rule, indicates a lack of fiber. Severe carbohydrate restriction can lead to headaches and irritability early in the diet.
The "Meat Diet" is contraindicated for those who suffer from kidney disease. People with any chronic illness should consult with their doctor before starting a diet.
What foods are allowed?
- lean veal, beef, chicken breast, rabbit;
- a fish;
- squid, shrimp;
- chicken and quail eggs;
- milk;
- vegetables - carrots, eggplants, zucchini, broccoli, white cabbage and cauliflower, bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, spinach, lettuce, any greens;
- fruits - grapefruits, oranges, tangerines, lemons;
- olive, sunflower, linseed oil;
- black and green tea, coffee without additives, herbal decoctions and infusions, still mineral water, spring and melted water.
What foods are prohibited?
- sugar;
- bread, baked goods;
- pasta;
- cereals;
- potatoes, peas, beans;
- fast food, semi-finished products, canned and smoked products;
- yogurt, fermented baked milk, yogurt, kefir, cottage cheese;
- margarine, butter;
- sweet fruits and berries - mangoes, apricots, dates, figs, persimmons, bananas, grapes;
- alcoholic and carbonated drinks.
Meat Diet Menu
Sample menu "Meat diet" for the day:
Useful Tips
Advice 1. To avoid constipation, you need to ensure that fresh vegetables and fruits are present in the daily menu. To prevent constipation, you should also drink a lot (at least 1.5 liters per day) of water.
Tip 2. To diversify the diet, you can cook fruit salad instead of vegetable salad, but only from unsweetened fruits.
| Diet characteristic | final grade |
| Duration: 10 days |
4 out of 5 Protein diet option. Despite the name, the diet includes not only meat, but also a fairly diverse range of plant-based products, so it does not pose any harm to health. |
| Recommended frequency: every six months | |
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