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Feed iconDiet Principal

By Tim O'Shea
Tags: diets , eating plan , fitness foods
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DIET PRINCIPAL: Do Not Mix proteins and carbohydrates..... 

Proteins and Carbohydrates are digested in completely different ways. Protein digestion begins in the stomach,whereas Carbohydrate digestion begins with salivary enzymes in the mouth.

We have ONE digestive system and by putting strain on it to achieve two different processes at one time means. 

1. We will not digest our food completely or efficiently

2.We will not be getting the proper nutrient and energy sources from our foods.

3. The results of 1.and 2 above is weight gain cravings and being hungry.

4.In addition ,unnecessary strain will be put on the kidneys,liver and pancreas. 

DAILY INTAKE OF ALL THE BASIC FOOD GROUPS(PROTEIN AND CARBS)ACIDS.SUGARS AND FATS. 

Any diet that suggests cutting any one or more of these out together is totally wrong.High protein  only diets are not recommend.

On this diet you will be getting your fats and sugars from GOOD sources which are essential to your well being,not eliminating them as other diets suggest. 

NO MORE YO YO DIETING

This diet is the way we should all be eating.

You are not going to starve or deprive yourself to lose weight.

You can stay on this diet the rest of your life.

You will lose weight and you WILL keep it off.

You will feel satisfied after a meal-not bloated,you will be healthy and be more energetic

.Adjustments to your current eating patterns will have to be made.The results will be outstanding.

 BASIC GUIDELINES. 

1.Allow a four hour interval between protein and carbohydrate foods.

2.combine carbohydrates with salad or vegetables or combine proteins with salad or vegetables.

3.You may eat as much as you like providing you do not mix proteins and carbohydrates.

4.Do not weigh your food or restrict portions.

5.Do not weigh yourself every day.

6.Try and eat at least 50% of your daily food intake before 14.00 EXERCISE Burn off what you eat ..Stimulate your metabolism...a 30 minute weight workout three times a week...

Slow walking and gardening are not exercise.

You must increase your heart rate every day Do not get into a vigorous routine that you cannot maintain 10 years from now. 

WATER Only drink pure tap water or still mineral water. It is essential that you drink at least 7-8 glasses of water a day.Do not drink during meals as this will hinder the effect.

ALCOHOL Tab or diet drinks are acceptable..no more than 2 a dayWine ..Do not have more than 2 glasses per day NO.Beer Cider..Bacardi..VodkaNO Gin and tonic. 

FOOD GROUPS 

CARBOHYDRATES Bread,potatoes,rice,pasta,corn,popcorn,cereals,biscuits.CEREALS  Non sweetened cereals or porridge may be taken with skim milk.Oats..Kellogg's K..All Bran,,are good examples..You may not eat Muesli

PROTEINS..Meat,veal,chicken,fish,oysters,eggs..Do not eat Lamb as it is 8 times more fatty than other meats,Cheese ,milk ,yoghurt..only white cheese Mozzarella,Tussers,feta and Cottage cheese.

FAT.... Butter,margarine ,sunflower oil ,cream These are all BAD olive oil,Supplement with Flaxseed oil or Fish oil for Omega 3-6-9

Sugar.... acceptable..CanderelSugar FORBIDDEN...White sugar,brown sugar,honey,syrup,dried fruits,chocolates,cakes,custard,granola bars,jams,ice cream sweets.

Do not eat Carbohydrates at Night!

NUTS All nuts are forbidden ,they contain to much fat.SALAD DRESSING.

Only use low fat or lite dressings ..Use olive oil and balsamic.VEGETABLES..Are allowed with proteins or carbs.Cabbage,broccoli,asparagus,,carrots,brussel sprouts,celery,egg plant,mushrooms,spinach,tomatoes,cauliflower,gem squash,pattypans,beetroot,turnips,parsnips,artichokes,green/red peppers.

EXCEPTIONS.  NO..Beans (green,butter,baked)NO PEASNO LENTILS Corn Butternut,Pumpkin must be treated as CARBS..GOOD

FRUIT...Kiwi,litchi,peach,apricot,orange,naartjie,mango,grapefruit.papaya,guava,apple and pineapple.

BAD FRUIT  ...All Melons,banana,cherry,fig,pear,granadilla,grapes.avocado. Always eat fruit on its own ..never with a meal or after a meal.

 GETTING STARTED

Breakfast Always have a carbohydrate for breakfast.One of the cereals is perfect.This will provide you with all your good complex sugars and energy throughout the day.Any milk must be low fat or skim. Lunch Alternate One day have a protein lunch the next a carbohydrate meal Dinner Always have protein for dinner.You do not need sugars contained in carbs at night. Snacks  One fruit mid-morning and one fruit mid afternoon.

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