“Does the South Beach diet work?”
I'm a 28-year-old woman and I'm thinking about the South Beach diet to help me lose weight. Does it work?
2 Answers
Most diets work on temporary basis. You are better off making a lifestyle change. Make small improvements to your daily eating habits consistently, done over time and you will see results. Be patient. Here are a few tips: 1) drink at least half your weight in pure water each day. Avoid sodas, diet sodas and fruit juices and drinks. 2) Use a salad plate instead of a dinner size plate. 3) Eat slower. Put your fork or spoon down between bites. Avoid, if possible, eating in your car, while watching TV or while at your work desk/station. 4) Avoid processed foods including deli meats. and 5) Eat more whole foods such as vegetables, fruits, berries and raw, unsalted nuts. Good luck.
The very best diet is the healthiest diet that you are willing to eat. Keep in mind that the best nutrition comes from raw foods i.e. raw fruits and veggies. Eat your fruit at breakfast, your carbs with fat and veggies for lunch and your protein with veggies for dinner. Keep it simple and use the healthiest foods that you are willing to eat. That is the best diet.
