Celery diet: how to lose weight in 14 days
There are many diets that promise to lose weight quickly and effortlessly. However, not all of them are healthy and safe. The celery diet is one of these. It involves eating celery as the main product and soup based on it, which can be eaten in unlimited quantities. Let's take a closer look at this diet.
The duration of the celery diet is 14 days. During this time, you can lose up to 7-10 kilograms of excess weight. However, it is worth noting that the diet is not designed for long-term adherence and can lead to deficiencies of some important vitamins and minerals.
The main product of the diet is celery. It is rich in vitamin C and vitamin K, and also contains micronutrients such as potassium, calcium and magnesium. In addition, celery has a diuretic effect and helps remove excess fluid from the body.
Celery soup is the main dish throughout the diet. Let's consider two cooking options:
First option:
Products:
200 g celery root, small head of cabbage, 6 carrots (600 g), 6 large onions, 2 green peppers, 400 g green beans, herbs, 6 tomatoes, 1.5 liters of tomato juice.
Cooking method:
Place finely chopped celery along with chopped vegetables in a saucepan, pour in tomato juice (vegetables should be covered with liquid; add water if necessary). Bring to a boil over high heat and simmer for 10 minutes, cover with a lid and simmer for another 10 minutes over low heat.
Second option:
Ingredients: water 3 liters, cabbage - the same amount as for cabbage soup, any celery (greens, stalks) - a bunch or 2 stalks, 6 medium onions, 2 tomatoes, bell peppers, any spices.
Cook for 15 minutes.
Sample menu for 14 days:
Day 1 (day 8): soup, fruits (except bananas)
Day 2 (day 9): soup, raw vegetables
Day 3 (day 10): soup, vegetables, jacket potatoes for dinner
Day 4 (day 11): soup, 3 bananas, 1 liter of kefir
Day 5 (day 12): chup, 350-700 g of boiled beef (chicken or low-fat fish), 6 tomatoes, at least 8 glasses of liquid - required
Day 6 (day 13): soup, 350g. boiled chicken or beef, vegetables
Day 7 (day 14): soup, brown cooked rice, vegetables
When following the celery diet, you should strictly adhere to the menu. It is prohibited to eat flour, sweets, carbonated foods, alcohol, salt and sugar, and pickled foods.
Note: soup should be eaten in unlimited quantities; You can drink tea and coffee without sugar. While following the diet, you need to drink a lot of fluids, especially on the 5th and 6th days.
However, before you start following this diet, you should definitely consult your doctor. This diet may not be suitable for people with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or kidney problems. In addition, it should be borne in mind that the diet does not provide complete nutrition, so after finishing it you need to switch to a more balanced diet.
In conclusion, the celery diet may be an effective way to lose weight quickly, but it is not safe and is not recommended for long-term adherence. If you decide to follow this diet, be sure to consult your doctor and follow the menu strictly to achieve the desired results.