What is the Biscuit Diet?

Biscuits (known as cookies in the United States) may be the secret to weight loss, according to Dr. Sanford Siegal, the inventor of the Cookie Diet.

History

• In 1975, Dr. Siegal invented the Cookie Diet to help his medical patients lose weight. He made the diet available to the public in 2007.

Foods

• The diet consists of six cookies a day, which are made with a secret protein and amino acid formula. Dinner consists of lean meat and a cup of vegetables.

Results

• A person can lose 15 lbs. per month on the Cookie Diet, according to Dr. Siegal.

Cost

• As of 2010, a one-week supply of Dr. Siegal's cookies costs $59.95 on his website.

Considerations

• The daily food allowance of the Cookie Diet totals around 800 calories. While current guidelines by the U.S. Department of Agriculture suggest no less than 1,000 calories a day for anyone, Dr. Siegal maintains that his cookies provide adequate nutrition.

Other Versions

• Versions of the Cookie Diet are available through other companies, such as Smart for Life and the Hollywood Diet Store.