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Fruit Based Weight Loss Diets

Fruit based diets can produce impressive weight loss results because fruit contains fewer calories than most other foods. The fiber content and water contained in most fruit also helps the body to flush out toxins. The bulk of weight loss will come from water loss and a lesser amount as a result of restricting caloric intake. Fruit based weight loss diets normally last for three days but should not extend beyond 14 days.

  1. Guidelines

    • Fruit based diets provide you with options when choosing the fruit, protein and vegetables that you will be eating. Fruit should be eaten exclusively for two of your three daily meals. Some people find it easier to eat fruit every couple of hours to help offset hunger. One meal should include 3 to 4 ounces of lean protein and 2 servings of vegetables. Healthy fats should be used sparingly. Examples of healthy fats include 10 raw almonds or a teaspoon of olive oil. You can select the types of fruit that you enjoy, keeping in mind they should be seasonal and fresh. You should not consume alcohol, caffeine, starches, dairy, most fats and sugar.

    For Best Results

    • Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water while on a fruit based diet. This will help you feel fuller and assist the process of flushing toxins from your body. Exercise 30 to 60 minutes, five days a week. When you experience hunger or food cravings on a fruit based diet, exercise helps to distract your mind. Fruit based diets restrict calories, so it is important to get plenty of sleep to conserve energy for your waking hours.

    Benefits

    • Weight loss is often difficult. A fruit based diet can produce quick results when you have just a few pounds to lose or feel bloated with excess water weight. If you have a large amount of weight to lose, a fruit based diet will help to "jump start" weight loss. You will see immediate weight reduction if you commit to just three days on the diet. You will be flushing your body of many toxins. This helps to eliminate cravings for fatty and sugary food, making it easier to stick to a long-term, healthy diet.

    Warnings

    • A fruit based weight loss diet produces dramatic results because it is highly restrictive and some people find it difficult to follow. Some people experience hunger and fatigue on a fruit based diet. It's always best to consult your doctor when starting a fruit based diet. This is especially important if you have hypoglycemia, blood glucose imbalances or diabetes.

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