Nutrition plan This is a 6 day diet, the 7th day is a cheat day. *for optimum results in bodyfat refuction, follow the bare bones plan* Breakfast - Big glass of water w/squeeze of lemon. Organic banana and coffee with sugar substitute and no dairy. Mid-morning snack - Green tea, 2 organic dates, handful of unsalted nuts. 1 scoop Vega powder in water Lunch - Mixed greens w/2 cups raw vegetables, chickpeas or black beans. This is either salad, or stir fry. Mid-afternoon snack - Organic apple, and orange or pineapple with handful of unsalted nuts. Dinner - 2 cups veggie stirfry w/black beans OR vegetable soup (low sodium, homemade is best) OR spinach salad w/mushrooms,red onions and pecans. OR tofu and mixed veggies. Snack - handful of grapes or blueberries or 1/2 grapefruit or 1/2 pomegranite.
Add-ons (reduces the effect but helps with self-discipline) Meat 3x a week (3 meals) lean and organic is best. Cheese 3x a week Alcohol 1 drink per week Brown rice 3x a week 1 piece whole wheat toast per day 2 pieces fish 1 coffee per day 1 Lara bar a day Optional meals - lentil stew w/broccoli and sweet potato -Navy beans and baked cauliflower -Carrots, celery, broccoli and hummus -Tofu and lentils with chile pepper and mushrooms -Chick peas, heirloom tomato, cucumber, green onions, and olives. *1.5 litres of water per day *Snack on apples and nuts *Vega powder smoothies are a good addition. *salad dressing= 1/2 lemon, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
Books to train the mind: Omnivore's Dilemna, In Defense of Food, the Thrive Diet. Read one of these to help understand food and to motivate you to stay disciplined. ***KEEP A JOURNAL ON WHAT YOU EAT EVERY DAY INCLUDING THOUGHTS AND FEELINGS RELATIVE TO THE DIET AND TO THE BOOK.*** Good luck! |