Oxmoor House - 5:2 Starters Guide--The 2-Day Diet: 100 New Delicious Dishes For 500-Calorie Fasting Days

THE 2-DAY DIET 100 NEW DELICIOUS DISHES
FOR 500-CALORIE FASTING DAYS CONTENTS The essential introduction to losing weight the 5:2 way. From fruit to eggs, there are plenty of deliciously satisfying ways to start your day. Enjoy everything from fresh and simple salads to flavorful hot dishes. Plus lunch options that are great on the go! Whether youre craving savory meat or creamy pasta, these satisfying low-cal meals will ensure that youll never go to bed hungry. These refreshing, nutrition-packed fruit smoothies are the perfect addition to any day. Indulge your sweet tooth without any guilt and enjoy these low-calorie treats.

Need a quick pick-me-up? These low-cal nibbles will keep you going all day long. We compiled a list of the calorie counts of common food staples to help you as you plan meals. Need a little help planning out your fasting days? Check out our meal plans for some inspiration! PLEASE NOTE: Calorie counts are all per serving. Refer to each recipe for the specific number of servings. WELCOME TO THE 2-DAY DIET Intermittent fasting, or the 5:2 Diet, is a weight-reduction trend that originated across the pond and is taking the United States by storm. But what is it? This diet plan includes two nonconsecutive days of 500-calorie restrictions.

On the other five days of the week, you are encouraged to eat an unconstrained yet still healthy diet. Benefits from low-calorie days include improved cognitive functions and better digestive health. It even aids in slowing the effects of aging! This book offers a guide to intermittent fasting along with 100 new low-calorie, nutrition-rich recipes for meals on your fasting days. Dishes range from breakfast to dinner. On-the-go options are also included, so even on the busiest of diet days you do not stray. Still can't conceive what a 500-calorie day looks like? Check out our to see that you will still eat filling, delicious meals on fasting days.

Dieting is always a challenge, but with The 2-Day Diet, it can be a little easier. BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER DESSERT LOSE WEIGHT Its the most popular diet in years for a reason. Heres how to get the most out of your 500-Calorie Diet THE 5:2 JUICE PLAN Want to boost your energy, detox, and increase your diet success? A juice day combines two of the biggest diet discoveries for maximum benefits. The high-fiber and green-veggie goodness fills you up, helps stabilize your blood sugar, and is a great way to detox. WHAT TO DO for nine delicious juice ideas, all made in a blender. On one of your fasting days, use a selection of juices to make up your 500 calories a day.

Some are more filling and higher in calories than others, so try to choose a good balance. If you feel that a day of juicing is not for you, you could try two juices and one of our low-calorie meal options instead. Make sure that you still stay within the 500-calorie allowance. THE RULES For two days a week, restrain your diet to 500 calories (600 for men). The other five days a week, you can eat as normal. You should be aiming for around 2,000 calories a day.

Dont worry if you have a blowout, such as dinner and/or drinks, a couple of times a week. for what you should eat to ensure that you get a healthy, balanced intake of all the right nutrients. If youre on medication or have any ongoing medical condition, consult your doctor before starting this diet. HOW MUCH WILL I LOSE? Around 1 pound a weekmore if you have a lot of weight to lose. The diet should also have a boosting effect on your metabolism. In fact, studies suggest that people who follow The 2-Day Diet lose more stored fat, rather than the combination of fat, water, and lean tissue that you lose on other diets.

The two fasting days also help you eat normally on other days without piling the pounds back on. Once you get the hang of it, you should find your appetite is smaller on normal days, so you wont have to work so hard to stay around the 2,000-calorie mark. WILL IT REALLY MAKE ME LOOK YOUNGER? Intermittent fasting (as this type of diet is known) has been linked to improvements in overall health such as healthier blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as insulin sensitivity. Some even believe that it can reduce your risk of various cancers, heart disease, and Alzheimers disease. A study by the University of Florida found the diet could also have anti-aging benefits, making the body more resilient to stress. The drop in blood sugar caused by fasting pushes the bodys cells to work harder.

HOW LONG SHOULD I DIET? Until youve achieved your goal weight. Then you can maintain your weight and keep seeing the health benefits by having a 500-calorie day just once a week. THE 5:2 WAY WHAT DOES A 500-CALORIE DAY LOOK LIKE? BREAKFAST Fragrant Ginger Grapefruit LUNCH Thai Veggie Spring Rolls DINNER Lemony Chicken with Vegetable Couscous DESSERT Baked Apple Total (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert): 500 calories THE BEST-EVER FAST DIET TRICKS We reveal the secrets to getting through fast daysand maximizing your weight loss! 1. Plan fast days Pick your two days with care. Some people like to keep busy at work; others prefer a bit of peace. The main things are to avoid times when youre socializing, and steer clear of any obvious temptations! 2.

Do what works best for you You dont need to stick to three meals a day. Try having brunch and an early supper, or save your entire calorie allowance for one evening meal. Theres evidence that it can be beneficial to leave longer gaps between meals. 3. Learn to love lists Plan what youll eat, and shop for ingredients in advance so you wont be tempted to grab a pizza. Pick recipes and snacks from the meal planner, and write a shopping list.