The Dukan Diet
So today I decided to post about the Dukan Diet. Not because I am trying it but because a co-worker is on it and looks like a different person. She lost 20 lbs in 6 weeks. There are a few sites that have Dukan info one of them charges you. I found a site that has the info for free. It is http://mydukandiet.com/. The diet starts out like the next day diet and it also has 4 phases.
So anyone interested in trying it here is the info:
Attack Phase:
Every plan has to start somewhere, and the Dukan Diet kicks off with the Attack Phase. It lasts 5-10 days depending on your current weight and progress - you might want to refer to the official "true weight calculator" for a more accurate estimate that's specifically tailor made for you.
The main purpose of this stage is to introduce good eating habits, while dealing with the usual diet hunger issues. For most people this is also the phase with the biggest weight loss - as the time goes by your body will adjust to the new regime and lose weight at a more stable pace.
First days on the diet
The first days are always the hardest as you will be not only fighting with your old eating habits, but in many cases a physical addiction to things like sugar or chocolate. It is good practice to stock up with allowed foods in advance, so that when you want to snack you have something allowed at hand.
When your body is adjusting it is also fairly common to feel a bit tired and get easily exhausted. Don't try to introduce extensive exercise at this stage. The tiredness as well as carb cravings usually go away after three days. In fact many people often notice an increase in energy.
Be sure to eat at least 3 meals a day, with good portion sizes and never go hungry. Diet veterans often tend to skip meals; however it actually causes more harm than good.
The first days are also when you will meet the potential side effects of the diet. As pure protein products are low in fiber there is a risk of experiencing constipation. To help alleviate this problem eat oat bran or you could even add some wheat bran for extra effect and drink plenty of water. You can also flush your system with sea salt.
Another common problem is bad breath, although at the same time it can be read as a sign of success as it indicates your body is in ketosis. Again drinking water can help, as well as chewing sugar free gum.
Diet Rules
You can eat as much as you want as long as it is on the allowed foods list.
One important habit that you need to establish from day one is proper water intake. Avoiding dehydration and overworking your kidneys is crucial on a high protein diet like this. Be sure to drink over 1.5 liters per day.
Oat bran is a very important ingredient of the Dukan Diet and introduced as soon as the Attack Phase. You should incorporate 1.5 tablespoons of oat bran per day in any form you like - as oatmeal, with yogurt, in muffins or pancakes.
One food unrelated rule is to introduce exercise in the form of a 20 minute walk each day. Many dieters will be happy to hear that at the same time more extensive exercise is discouraged in this phase.
If after first 5 days you are not seeing any further weight loss proceed to the Cruise Phase even if you planned your attack for longer.
Next 3 Phases are:
Cruise Phase
Consolidation Phase
Stabilization Phase
If you want to learn more about the Dukan Diet and the next three phases visit the website http://mydukandiet.com/
So anyone interested in trying it here is the info:
Attack Phase:
Every plan has to start somewhere, and the Dukan Diet kicks off with the Attack Phase. It lasts 5-10 days depending on your current weight and progress - you might want to refer to the official "true weight calculator" for a more accurate estimate that's specifically tailor made for you.
The main purpose of this stage is to introduce good eating habits, while dealing with the usual diet hunger issues. For most people this is also the phase with the biggest weight loss - as the time goes by your body will adjust to the new regime and lose weight at a more stable pace.
First days on the diet
The first days are always the hardest as you will be not only fighting with your old eating habits, but in many cases a physical addiction to things like sugar or chocolate. It is good practice to stock up with allowed foods in advance, so that when you want to snack you have something allowed at hand.
When your body is adjusting it is also fairly common to feel a bit tired and get easily exhausted. Don't try to introduce extensive exercise at this stage. The tiredness as well as carb cravings usually go away after three days. In fact many people often notice an increase in energy.
Be sure to eat at least 3 meals a day, with good portion sizes and never go hungry. Diet veterans often tend to skip meals; however it actually causes more harm than good.
The first days are also when you will meet the potential side effects of the diet. As pure protein products are low in fiber there is a risk of experiencing constipation. To help alleviate this problem eat oat bran or you could even add some wheat bran for extra effect and drink plenty of water. You can also flush your system with sea salt.
Another common problem is bad breath, although at the same time it can be read as a sign of success as it indicates your body is in ketosis. Again drinking water can help, as well as chewing sugar free gum.
Diet Rules
You can eat as much as you want as long as it is on the allowed foods list.
One important habit that you need to establish from day one is proper water intake. Avoiding dehydration and overworking your kidneys is crucial on a high protein diet like this. Be sure to drink over 1.5 liters per day.
Oat bran is a very important ingredient of the Dukan Diet and introduced as soon as the Attack Phase. You should incorporate 1.5 tablespoons of oat bran per day in any form you like - as oatmeal, with yogurt, in muffins or pancakes.
One food unrelated rule is to introduce exercise in the form of a 20 minute walk each day. Many dieters will be happy to hear that at the same time more extensive exercise is discouraged in this phase.
If after first 5 days you are not seeing any further weight loss proceed to the Cruise Phase even if you planned your attack for longer.
Next 3 Phases are:
Cruise Phase
Consolidation Phase
Stabilization Phase
If you want to learn more about the Dukan Diet and the next three phases visit the website http://mydukandiet.com/
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