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Name: The Food Combination Diet
Origin:
Created by Dr. Herbert M. Shelton in the beginning of the twentieth
century; changes or revisions are constantly made to it
Description:
Diet that separates specific foods to aid digestive processes
Likes:
Eggs, lean meats, vegetables, fruits, and whole wheat pasta
Dislikes:
Legumes, beans, chickpeas, lentils, as well as foods that combine
protein with carbohydrates
Looking
for: Determined dieter who has the will power to put the effort
into losing weight
Works
Well With: A record of the foods that you eat listed in the
Food Companion
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Detailed Review:
This
diet originally came about in the early 1900's and has been altered
and updated ever since. The Food Combination diet is based on the
premise that specific foods do not digest well when combined in
the same meal. The diet's theory is that weight loss will come about
from eating specific foods together to aid the digestive processes.
Unfortunately,
this diet does not allow for proteins and carbohydrates to be eaten
together. A total of four hours must fall in between consuming protein
and carbohydrates. This rule would prohibit specific dishes like
spaghetti and meatballs and pizzas.
Some
of the other rules of the diet include:
· Milk cannot be ingested with protein or carbohydrates
· Fruit cannot be eaten with other foods
· The temperature of the food cannot be too cold or too hot
· Pulses, legumes, and beans are not included in the menu
since they combine protein with carbohydrates
The
average person might find this diet to be a bit overwhelming and
complex. Every single bit of food must be thought about and calculated
for combinations. This makes it difficult to eat meals outside of
the home, especially at ceremonies and parties. No scientific evidence
can prove that this diet will help anyone to lose weight.
Pros
· A balanced meal is promoted for dieters
· Processed foods are discouraged
· Fruits and vegetables are stressed as important components
of this diet
Cons
· No scientific evidence backs up the claims of this diet
· Basic concepts of the diet are confusing
· Difficult to stay on this diet
Average
Weight Loss
· 2 to 3 pounds weekly
Helpful
Tip
· Track the foods that you eat in a journal, including what
and when. This assists you in keeping things straight so that you
stay on the right path.
