Archive for the ‘Diet’ Category

The Glycemic Index Diet

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

index dietThe glycemic index diet takes into account the amount and form of free glucose with food to lose weight and be healthier.
What is the glycemic index?
The rise in blood sugar is what is called the glycemic index. Not only sweet raises the blood sugar, the carbohydrates we eat are converted to glucose, fructose, fruit, starches, rice, pasta, potatoes, etc.. From the way food is prepared or cook also determines its glycemic index.

If, for example, eat a plate of pasta the blood sugar level will rise, to be followed by a huge release of insulin to counteract this hyperglycemia. This sugar is stored in the liver and muscles as glycogen to be used when necessary. When you use the first exercise muscle glycogen, which is why having a toned body helps you burn more energy. When these stores are filled, the remainder is converted into fat, no more.
Always choose whole grain foods: key to stave off hunger

Similar foods may have different effects on blood sugar and food are then separated in slow or fast absorption. The quick release include white bread, white rice, pastries, honey, sugar rising as fast as a rocket. They give a quick energy rush that makes us feel good for a very short time, because just as fast.

Carbohydrate slow absorption, proposed by the glycemic index diet, such as whole wheat pasta or brown rice stable energy supplement for a longer time period, and hence help in balancing blood sugar. This also shows that we have more controlled appetite because there will be lows to send us the signal that we need to get the sugar (glucose) with more food.

The diet of potato

Sunday, February 28th, 2010

potato

The potato diet can lose weight up to a kilo per day for a week, although it is possible to do two days a month if it is desired to maintain weight.

The diet of potato type of diet is coupled to one based on the consumption of potatoes, so it can be very attractive for those who like many potatoes also allowed to eat so many potatoes as desired and is unique and the benefit that it is a rich food with a high level of potassium.

Furthermore it is recommended to drink about two liters of water per day and perform some type of aerobic exercise on a regular basis in order to tone muscles, eliminate toxins and burn fat. (more…)

Diet of the Artichoke

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Artichoke

The artichoke diet can lose weight three kilos in a week while detoxifying the body and can contribute to the health of the body using all the benefits that come with this plant.

It is known that the artichoke is a rich herb that promotes biliary function, improves digestion of fats, helps eliminate toxins via the kidneys and is laxative and diuretic. With all these properties the artichoke has a purifying effect as it helps eliminate fluids which tend to be one of the main reasons for overweight. All of these reasons, the diet of the artichoke is a favorite for the fact and quickly have a positive impact on weight.

Procedure

For breakfast

* Fruit to taste (avoid abusing the banana).
* Coffee or tea with skimmed milk. (more…)

Weight Loss Diet in Two Days

Sunday, February 21st, 2010

apple smoothie

The diet to lose weight in just two days allows this, lose weight and detoxify the body over a period of two days.

This diet is specially designed for those occasions when, after a meal or abuse binge body is completely disordered and unbalanced. The calorie level of this diet system activates the body’s fat burning and removing excess toxins to leave the body ready to engage in normal life again.

In addition low levels of calories in this diet do not allow for a period exceeding two days as it could lead to lack of nutrients or other consequences which is advised only in cases of health and enjoy the specialist supervision. (more…)

Diet salad

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

Diet saladThe diet of salads is a type of diet which can reach up to 3 kilos in weight loss a week.

The diet of salad is ideal for the summer because the combination of plants contributes to the organism, a unique cooling sensation.

Furthermore, the diet of salads is very flexible because you can get to do many different food combinations, which allows suit the taste of each person and each situation.

Another remarkable advantage of the diet of salads is that vegetables contain large amounts of water which contributes to the hydration of the skin and they contain large amounts of vitamins that prevent cell oxidation and aging of the organism.

Procedure:

You can organize and combine the salad based on the tastes and needs of each person.

Salad, Los Angeles.

* Two cups of chopped cabbage with julienne finite.
* 10 olives.
2 cups chopped tart apples.
* 3 finite cut lettuce.
* 5 radishes.
* 4 tablespoons seasoning salt, vinegar and olive oil. (more…)

Diet of rice and fruits

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

fruitsThe diet of rice and fruit is a type of diet that allows eating those foods and dishes that most crave while you lose weight.

This diet is based on consumption, among other things, rice and fruits which contain no sodium or chloride. Furthermore, this reason is that monitoring should not continue this diet for over a month.

Kitchen must be 300 grams of rice daily and that is the amount of rice will be consumed throughout the day. To cook the rice should be washed and wrung in a sealed pot with three more quantities of cold water. You have to let the rice boil and simmer for 5 minutes until water evaporates completely.

To flavor the rice should be replaced with honey, salt, brown sugar, cinnamon or fruit.

Procedure:

For breakfast

* 1 orange or apple juice or grapefruit.
* 1 bowl of rice with honey and sliced fruits, except bananas and nuts. (more…)

Diet to deflate the body in 1 day

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

fruit juiceThe diet to deflate the body in a day is a type of diet recommended for those people who, for a change in food, environmental, physiological or whatever reason, feel bloated and uncomfortable.

It is important not to prolong this diet more than a day because it could cause disorders in the metabolism of the individual. On the other hand will recommend drinking plenty of water as it not only detoxifies the body but also helps to eliminate fats and combat fluid retention that causes swelling.

The diet to deflate the body in one day is not indicated for people with diabetes and is recommended under the supervision of a specialist.

Procedure:

For breakfast:

* 1 or 2 cups of weak tea with a slice of lemon and a teaspoon of honey.
* 1 natural fruit juice and sugar to taste. (more…)

Diet Papaya Mango and Soursop

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Papaya Mango

The diet of papaya, mango and soursop sent by Elicaro and tells us that with the completion of this diet can lose weight up to 10 kilos in 25 days.

This is a decoupled type of diet that focuses exclusively on dinner while breakfast and meals can continue as normal. Anyway, if you want best results Elicaro advised that during the 25 days follow a diet low in calories and suggests a reduced calorie diet of 900 calories.

The procedure of the diet is very simple and not too much effort lies in what can be done anywhere and in any situation. (more…)

The anti-cholesterol diet

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

cholesterolGood nutrition is the first treatment of high cholesterol. It may even avoid medication and she can always reduce cardiovascular risk. So many good reasons to adopt good dietary laws!

Beating Cholesterol is primarily monitor his diet. Here are some tips to help you out.

Some priorities dietary

The anti-diet cholesterol priorities are now well defined. These include:
* Reduce intake of total fat, which should not exceed 30 to 35% of total calories (instead of 40 to 42% more often now); (more…)

Diet of C. Mayo

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Mayo DietThe Mayo diet low calorie diet, with consumption ranging between 800 and 1 000 calories per day, lasting 14 days, so it falls under the category hypo-caloric.

Prohibits many foods such as fats, sugars, starches, vegetables and milk products, which should be checked by a professional before and during implementation.

It is based on consumption; fruit but in small amounts (preferably only grapefruit), up to 6 eggs a day, since these are rich in protein and calories as well as producing the characteristic fullness of your protein.

Also you can drink tea or coffee during the 14 days of the diet, whose directions must be followed strictly to ensure success.

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