Now there are a huge number of diet programs on the market that promise quick and effective weight loss. But many of these diets rely on cutting out certain foods, which can stress the body and ultimately not produce the desired results. However, there is a diet that does not offer food restrictions and still provides effective and sustainable weight loss. This is the 5 tablespoons diet.
The 5 tablespoons diet is based on the principle of small portions. The European Dietetic Association has determined the volume of food that allows you to saturate the body and does not stretch the stomach - 5 tablespoons (or 150-200 g of product). This is exactly how much food you can eat at one time if you want to lose 15-20 kg in a month.
The main advantage of the 5 tablespoons diet is that you can eat anything you want, just in small portions. There is no need to give up your favorite dishes or products. However, there are a few simple rules to follow to get the most out of your diet.
The first rule is to eat no more than the permitted amount of food at one time. Second, eat no more than every 3 hours. Third, do not drink carbonated sweet drinks or any liquids with sugar. The rest is complete freedom of choice.
An approximate diet menu for 5 tablespoons might look like this:
- Breakfast: oatmeal with butter or dried fruits; or omelet with herbs; or 2 sandwiches with butter and cheese. A glass of unsweetened tea or coffee 20-30 minutes after eating.
- Second breakfast: yogurt; or banana; or orange; or apple; or any other fruit weighing up to 200 g.
- Lunch: any soup; or vegetable stew with meat; or 5 small pieces of fish (meat, seafood).
- Afternoon snack: vegetable or fruit salad with unsweetened yogurt; or cottage cheese with herbs and bread; or cottage cheese casserole.
- Dinner: boiled fish; or casserole with meat and vegetables.
If more than 3 hours pass after dinner, you can drink tea, kefir, milk, or water before bed. The main thing is not to forget that you start to eat less, but this makes it even more varied.
The 5 tablespoons diet has been very popular lately because it is not only effective, but also allows you not to torture yourself by refusing to eat. To lose weight with this diet, you must also increase physical activity and monitor your fluid intake. It is important to remember that any diet must be agreed with your doctor and you need to monitor your health while following it.