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Diets That Actually Work Fast

Diets that work fast are typically lower calorie plans that include a reduced amount of sodium and carbohydrates to eliminate water weight. They also incorporate some source of protein in order to help maintain muscle and increase metabolic function. Diets with high protein or that use liquid protein shakes, carb-timing or big breakfasts all work quickly because they provide the right kinds of foods to feel satisfied so you don't end up binging.

  1. Low-carb Diets

    • Low-carb diets work for fast weight loss because they have a diuretic effect on the body and can satiate a dieter's hunger. Low-carb dieters avoid pitfalls such as constipation by consuming a lot of salads. They also reduce their overall caloric intake. In addition to the popular Atkin's diet, the first phase of the South Beach Diet is low carb.

    Liquid Protein Shake Diets

    • Liquid protein shake diets are a type of modified fast in that you go without solid food for up to two weeks. Supplements such as Almased Synergy Diet offer plans like the Bikini Emergency Plan to help dieters lose weight fast. Because of the combination of soy protein, enzymes and yogurt powder, dieters are supposed to maintain their lean muscle mass while losing weight through severe calorie restriction.

    Carb Timing or Big Breakfast Diets

    • The Big Breakfast Diet by Dr. Daniela Jakubowicz and the Reverse Diet By Tricia Cunningham support the idea that you can lose weight fast by eating big portions earlier in the day. Jakubowicz also promotes carb timing, or eating carbohydrates such as bread, sugar, pasta and rice before noon and preferably before 9 a.m. to help facilitate a proper serotonin cycle that promotes weight loss and restful sleep.

    Body Type Diet

    • Dr. Elliot Abravanel and Elizabeth King Morrison's Body Type Diet is designed to help people lose weight fast by identifying the best plan for their specific body type. Abravanel says a person's metabolism is influenced by their dominating gland. He classifies people as Adrenal, Thyroid or Pituitary types. Women may also fall into a fourth category called Gonadal types, who should avoid spicy and rich foods. Thyroid people follow a low carb diet. Pituitary people give up most dairy while Adrenal types avoid red meats and salty foods. The diet plan includes 1,200 calories for three weeks followed by a plateau-busting fourth week of 1,000 calories.

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