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A very famous saying is “We are what we Eat”. That's why it is very important to know the types of food we take as it affects our body. Though we might be exercising or taking slim pills etc to lose weight but all this effort will go waste if you are not taking the right quantity and the right kind of food.
Consumption of fats will make you gain weight as fat is the most concentrated form of energy, so one should opt for a diet rich in proteins and carbohydrates. However, proteins and carbohydrates can also be transformed into fats if they are excessively taken. It must be noted that our body gains weight when the amount of calorie consumed is more than the required amount and when these calories are left unburned it turns into body fat.
People who opt for low-fat diet often fail to lose weight. It is because they have a misconception that since it is low in fats they can consume as much as they want. More consumption of a low fat diet kills the very concept of low fat diet. If low fat diet is followed in the right way then it is one of the best diet plans for fast weight loss .
High-protein and low- carbohydrate intake is one of the most up coming diet for weight loss. It is believed to be more effective than even the low-fat diet. When we consume foods rich in proteins like beef, chicken, fish, beans etc. we feel full for a long time and don't feel hungry as often. It is so because this food takes time to digest. Further, our body takes in more energy to digest proteins than fats and carbohydrates.
There are many weight loss diets which are rigorously being followed and which are known to bring successful results. Let's learn about some of the most popular and successful weight loss diets:
1. Atkins diet:
It is a low-carbohydrate diet plan. Meat, cheese, eggs and fats like oils and butter can be taken without any control but intake of carbohydrates is very less. So, the consumption of potatoes, cake, pasta, pancakes, pie etc as well as fruits and dairy products is minimal.
2. Bob Greene's diet:
This is not exactly a diet plan but a course where in you can change your lifestyle. The focus is on exercise and eating habit. There is no restriction in eating but rules to be followed like you must eat only when you are hungry and eat only nutritious and healthy food where in fruits and vegetables are a must.
3. Mayo clinic diet:
This diet mainly focuses on managing and maintaining weights. Foods like green vegetables and fruits, lean proteins, beans, fish, low-fat dairy, whole grain carbohydrates, unsaturated fats like nuts, olive oil and canola oil can be taken without limits. There is not much restriction on the types of food and its intake as it concentrates more on exercise and maintaining weight.
4. Mediterranean diet:
The foods are cooked in Mediterranean style. It is basically a diet based on plant proteins. Foods are always accompanied by olive oil. You can take fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, pasta, rice and seeds in large quantity. However, dairy products like cheese and yogurt and meats though included in the diet must be taken in fewer amounts.
5. South beach diet:
This diet focuses on consuming the right kind of fats and carbohydrates. It is neither low- fats nor low-carbohydrates and that dieters need not avoid delicious food to lose weight. Chicken, turkey, fish, nuts, milk, cheese and yogurt are highly recommended. However, highly processed carbohydrates like baked items, breads, snacks and soft drinks must be avoided. Further, low-fats prepared food must also be avoided as the fats are transformed into carbohydrates.
Choose a diet that fits your lifestyle and just wait and watch! |
