Getting Started
on South Beach Diet
- Five
Things to Remember
Whatever phase
of
The South
Beach Diet you're in, truly learning the
principles of
this
weight-healthy eating program -- and incorporating them into your own
meal plans — will help ensure your success. We've created this
printable list for your easy reference. Hang it on your refrigerator
along with the list of Foods to Enjoy and Avoid and turn to it
when you
need a refresher of the key elements and goals of TheSouth
Beach Diet .
1. Doctor-designed, The South
Beach Diet focuses on selecting the right carbs (such as
whole-grain breads, beans, and high-fiber fruits) and the right fats
(like those from oily fish, nuts, and extra-virgin olive oil).
2. You don't have to count calories or measure out portion sizes.
Instead, you'll eat satisfying portions of wholesome foods, like lean
proteins, nutrient-dense veggies and fruits, and low-fat dairy products.
3. The South
Beach Diet is flexible, easily accommodating individual
tastes and needs. You can
substitute the suggested meals with other choices that you prefer,
develop your own menus with your family's favorite meals, or plan meals
using the easy tools available on the Web site. Just stick to the
principles!
4. The South
Beach Diet is a long-term lifestyle, not a fad diet. This
weight-healthy plan
teaches you to make healthier eating choices — lessons you can use for
the long haul.
5. Weight loss is only one of the many benefits of The South
Beach Diet :
The program has been shown to help lower the risk of heart disease and
type 2 diabetes by lowering total cholesterol, reducing unhealthy
triglycerides (another blood fat), and regulating blood sugar levels.
By adopting this weight-healthy lifestyle, you'll be on your way to
living a longer life!
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