THE BLOOD TYPE DIET REVIEW

THE BLOOD TYPE DIET REVIEW BY DIETRANKING.COM

Interesting premise… but does it work or is it a gimmick hiding behind some scientific fluff? Unfortunately, it seems that there is no clear cut answer. There seem to be mix results – many people have had success on this plan where others have found it too difficult to follow. Generally speaking, it seems that some blood types are more restrictive with food selections. For instance, people with Type O seem to have the most flexibility on this plan.

Pros
Raises awareness of your body’s responses to certain foods.

Cons
Can be expensive and hard to follow. Foods can be restrictive.

The Bottom Line
If you are looking at an alternative diet that focuses more on “healthy eating” rather than weight loss, this diet is worth a try.


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Atkins Diet Review

ATKINS NUTRITIONAL APPROACH Review by DietRanking.com
The late Dr. Atkins approached weight loss from a carbohydrate rather than a calorie viewpoint. More and more people have a metabolic disturbance that he believes is not caused by fat, but rather with the carbohydrates we eat. The basic premise of the diet is the restriction of the intake of carbohydrates. This includes foods with sugar, bread, cereal, some starchy vegetables and pasta.

Reducing carbohydrates consumption significantly aids the weight loss process in two ways. First of all, the main source of energy for our bodies is carbohydrates. If our body contains fewer carbs, it must look elsewhere for the next available source of energy, which is stored body fat. Therefore, reducing carbs forces the body to burn stored body fat (this process is called Ketosis). Secondly, carbs stimulate the creation of insulin. Since insulin is what converts excess carbs to fat, fewer carbs in the body will result in less insulin and therefore creation of less new fat.

It's a common fallacy that people eat pounds and pounds of sausage and bacon on the Atkins diet, and that it is ok to do so. Actually, Dr. Atkins advocates eating cured meats sparingly, as they contain hidden carbohydrates. Certainly you can eat sausage and bacon on this plan, but it was not Dr. Atkins intent for it to be consumed a pound at a time! There are absolutely cautions to take for anyone starting this diet who hasn't been totally up to speed with their medical records. This plan can be a disaster for an undiagnosed diabetic, who can go into insulin shock and become instantly disoriented. If you plan to try this diet and haven't had a recent physical exam, please do so for your own good!

Pros
Rapid weight loss with very large portion sizes. Can eat high-protein foods.

Cons
Can be taken to extremes, which makes it somewhat controversial. Limited variety of foods (no breads or pastas).

The Bottom Line
When not taken to extremes, the Atkins plan can be an extremely effective weight-loss plan. This plan is not recommended for certain medical conditions, such as Diabetes.




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