Top 10 Basic Nutrition Plans You Can Try

With the increasing awareness of the benefits of having a toned, healthy and flab-free body, the number of health-conscious people has increased by leaps and bounds. There is an unsurpassed rise in the number of gym-goers today. However, the latest fad that has taken over people from all ages across the globe is resorting to a healthy and well-balanced dietary regime. Some diet plans that have helped people to shed their extra pounds effectively are:

1. Dukan Diet:

This is a four phase diet based on the principle of high protein and low carbohydrate meals. Phase 1 constitutes the intake of lean proteins and low-fat protein- rich foods while avoiding carbohydrate-rich foods and vegetables. The next three phases see the gradual introduction of fruits, vegetables, carbohydrates and eventually regular food. If properly followed, this diet can help lose up to 2 lbs every week and ensure gradual but sustained weight loss.

2. Atkins Diet:

This is a low carb, high protein diet program consisting of a low carb intake in the initial phase to promote rapid weight loss. This two week long phase allows consumption of proteins, fats and a very low carb diet containing meat, eggs, sea foods, lettuce, cucumber etc. Unlike the Dukan diet, the Atkins diet allows the intake of unlimited fats and vegetables in the 1st phase. The next three phases involve the consumption of more carbs, fruits and vegetables along with regular exercise to promote gradual weight loss. One can lose up to 15 lbs in the 2 weeks long 1st phase

3. Cambridge Diet:

Meal replacement products ensure rapid weight loss and this is precisely what the Cambridge weight management program is all about. This weight loss program consists of six diet plans ranging from 415 kcal to 1500 kcal a day depending on the weight loss targeted. The Cambridge diet consists of the intake of a nutritionally balanced diet involving bars, shakes, porridges etc along with regular meals and exercises.

4. South Beach Diet:

This low GI diet, formulated originally for heart patients in the US, neither calculates calories nor portions. Dieters are encouraged to have three meals and two snacks a day under this plan. The first phase of two weeks duration, with its quick weight loss regime, encourages eating lean proteins like meat and poultry along with low GI vegetables and unsaturated fats. This diet help to lose weight slowly but the longevity of the weight loss is greater.

5. Slimming World Diet:

This weight loss plan encourages swapping high fat foods with low fat foods in the regular meals, which satiates the dieter. A list of low fat foods, called free foods, containing options like pasta, potatoes, lean meat, rice etc is available for the dieters to choose from. One can lose up to 2 lbs per week without counting calories or banning occasional treats

6. Slim Fast Diet:

This is a low calorie meal replacement plan, devised for people with a BMI of 25 and over. The plan consists of 3 snacks, 2 meal replacement shakes and one regular meal a day. Dieters have to select a slim fast range of products and recipes for this diet like crisps, bars, chocolates etc. One can lose around 2lbs a week and continue the plan till desired. Once the target weight loss is achieved, having 1 meal replacement shake a day is still advised.

7. Lighter Life Diet:

This weight loss program consists of a low calorie meal replacement diet with weekly counseling and revision of the diet program. People with BMI 30 and more are advised a 4 pack diet involving bars, soups, shakes, mousses instead of their regular diet. Individuals with BMI ranging from 25 to 30 follow a 3 pack diet with 1 regular meal a day. This diet can be continued until the targeted weight loss is achieved.

8. Weightwatchers Diet:

This calorie control diet is based on the pro points system which assigns value to foods and drinks according to their nutritional content. One can eat as much as desired while sticking to their daily personal pro point allowance. Weekly weight loss of approximately 2 lbs is achievable through this diet.

9. Rosemary Conley Diet:

Rosemary Conley diet and fitness plans combine regular exercise with a low GI and low fat diet. Eating food containing 5% or less fat helps to lose reasonable flab within seven weeks. Conley’s special low calorie recipes coupled with her calorie-controlled ready meals and snacks help the dieters to maintain the calorie count while enjoying their meals.

10. Jenny Craig Diet:

There are three main components of this diet. Firstly, a weekly personalized telephonic consultation. Next, a meal delivery service which provides a packed box of single portion meals and snacks, suiting the dieter’s weight loss chart. Last is a specific tailor-made exercise plan for every dieter. This plan ensures weight loss of up to 2 lbs weekly and can be carried on until the desired weight loss is achieved.