The Scarsdale diet is another low-carbohydrate eating plan aiming to achieve a rapid weight loss regimen. The diet was published in 1978 in the first edition of The Complete Scarsdale Medical Diet and is similar to the Atkins Diet – calling for high protein, low fat and low carbohydrates with an emphasis on fruits and vegetables. What do I have to do? The Scarsdale follows a neat and simple 14-day meal plan. All you have to do is follow it! The Scarsdale 14-day meal …
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Our bodies require a whole load of different nutritional foods in order to grow, develop, repair and feel good. Typically, these nutrients are split into two categories: macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). You’ve probably heard of these categories before, but what do they actually mean? Macronutrients The three macronutrients all have their own specific roles and functions in the body and supply us with calories or energy. Each macronutrient provides us with energy: carbohydrates provides …
The Atkins diet is a popular low-carbohydrate eating plan that emphasizes high intake of protein and fat whilst restricting carbohydrates. The diet was developed in the 1960s by cardiologist Robert C. Atkins and prescribed for weight loss and maintenance. As long as you base your meals around a fatty protein source with vegetables or nuts and some healthy fats, then you will lose weight. It’s that simple. What do I have to do? The Atkins Diet is quite a flexible diet. The focus …