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South Beach Diet

South Beach Diet

A three-phase diet that works on good carbs and good fats. Devised by heart specialist, Dr Arthur Agatston from Miami, Florida, it's a sensible, healthy eating approach that allows you to eat three meals a day plus snacks.

What is it?

The South Beach Diet was designed by heart specialist Dr Arthur Agatston from Miami, Florida. It claims you can lose up to 13 pounds in just two weeks!

It's not a low-carb diet as it encourages you to eat some of the healthier carbohydrates. And unlike the Atkins Diet, you're not allowed foods high in saturated fat such as cream and butter.

How does it work?

The diet is based on the idea there are 'good' carbs and 'bad' carbs, 'good' fats and 'bad' fats. 'Bad' carbs and fats produce a rush of blood sugar, which in turn crashes and leaves you feeling hungry and tired. Dieters are supposed to stick to the 'good' carbs and fats that break down slowly in the body, releasing energy steadily.

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jane bowen, about 1 year [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]

i lost 9 pounds doing this and loved it because i could eat normaly. its not difficult either

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