Fat Resistance Diets

Fat resistance diets are based on a concept that the hormones in our bodies control our fat levels and our appetite. Dr. Leo Galland is the creator of this type of diet. Galland believes that people who follow his diet can lose weight, reduce cravings and promote fat burning by restoring the body's natural biochemistry through increasing metabolism.

Stage One

• During stage one, dieters will work on restoring the balance of blood glucose and reducing inflammation. Super foods, lean protein and lots of fruits and vegetables will need to be consumed during this part of the diet. Fat loss will begin, and the body will start to have fewer cravings for carbohydrates. Eating all of these healthy foods will help to re-balance body chemistry. Stage one can be difficult at first for some dieters, but will eventually become easier.

Stage Two

• During stage two of the fat resistance diet, the body's insulin levels will be decreased, so that the body will have more tolerance for complex carbohydrates. Dieters will be able to eat a bigger variety of foods, now that they have successfully completed stage one of the fat resistance diet. Foods that can be re-introduced include whole grains, such as bread, pasta, brown rice and oatmeal, as well as legumes, such as lentils, peanuts and soy.

Stage Three

• Even more foods will be allowed in stage three of the fat resistance diet. Although the diet guidelines still recommend that dieters eat a large amount of inflammation-reducing foods, dieters can slowly add more healthy meals that contain more whole grains, such as pancakes made with flax and berries or muffins, such as carrot raisin. Stage three of the diet focuses on learning how to maintain the weight you have lost during the previous stages.

What to Eat and Not to Eat

• Dieters following the fat resistance diet need to follow the guidelines, eating the foods that are allowed during each stage. Recommended super foods include some nuts, seeds, drinks, fish, eggs and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables that should be eaten include cherries, oranges, grapefruits, apples, broccoli, leeks, spinach and bell peppers. Fish that are recommended include sole, salmon, flounder and tilapia. Foods that need to be avoided during the fat resistance diet include refined grains, caffeinated coffee, sugar, alcohol and processed foods.