We are pleased to announce that as of March 4, 2025, an updated Rich Text Editor has been introduced in the MyFitnessPal Community. To learn more about the changes, please click here. We look forward to sharing this new feature with you!

Flat Belly Diet?

fitmommy4life
fitmommy4life Posts: 65
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
i'm reading this book right now. Has anyone followed the plan?

Replies

  • abyssfully
    abyssfully Posts: 410 Member
    I'm not sure about the book, but I followed the 12 superfoods pre-baby when I was at my healthiest (128 - 132 lbs, 5'8", lean, mean and athletic!)


    A - Almonds and other nuts (with skins intact)
    Superpowers Builds muscle, reduces cravings
    Fights Obesity, heart disease, muscle loss, wrinkles, cancer, high blood pressure

    B - Beans and legumes
    Superpowers Builds muscle, helps burn fat, regulates digestion
    Fights Obesity, colon cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure

    S - Spinach and other green vegetables
    Superpowers Neutralizes free radicals, molecules that accelerate the aging process
    Fights Cancer, heart disease, stroke, obesity, osteoporosis

    D - Dairy products (fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt, cheese)
    Superpowers Builds strong bones, fires up weight loss
    Fights Osteoporosis, obesity, high blood pressure, cancer

    I - Instant oatmeal (unsweetened, unflavored)
    Superpowers Boosts energy, reduces cholesterol, maintains blood sugar levels
    Fights Heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer, obesity

    E - Eggs
    Superpowers Builds muscle, burns fat
    Fights Obesity

    T - Turkey and other lean meats
    Superpowers Builds muscle, strengthens immune system
    Fights Obesity, various diseases

    P - Peanut butter
    Superpowers Boosts testosterone, builds muscle, burns fat
    Fights Obesity, muscle loss, wrinkles, cardiovascular disease

    O - Olive oil
    Superpowers Lowers cholesterol, boosts immune system
    Fights Obesity, cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure

    W - Whole-grain breads and cereals
    Superpowers Prevents body from storing fat
    Fights Obesity, cancer, high blood pressure, heart disease

    E - Extra-protein (whey) powder
    Superpowers Builds muscle, burns fat
    Fights Obesity

    R - Raspberries and other berries
    Superpowers Protects heart; enhances eyesight; improves balance, coordination, and short-term memory; prevents cravings
    Fights Heart disease, cancer, obesity


    This is also what I'm doing now. Pretty much just keeping everything healthy and nutritious! :)
  • Newfiedan
    Newfiedan Posts: 1,517 Member
    I follow a similar plan and it is working very well for me.
  • I've been reading a little about it in Prevention magazine. I just don't want to buy aaaanother diet book :(
  • lindabr1
    lindabr1 Posts: 3 Member
    what is the simplier plan?
  • Newfiedan
    Newfiedan Posts: 1,517 Member
    no book needed, simply eating right and staying away from processed foods, its that simple.
This discussion has been closed.