Hampton’s Diet
Written by the former Medical Director of the Atkins Center, Fred Pescatore, MD, The Hampton’s Diet is a low-carbohydrate approach that focuses on quality over quantity. The plan emphasizes whole, natural foods – the less processed, the better. This diet discourages over-thinking portion size when it comes to lean meat and healthy fat, but minimizes carbohydrates based on how much weight a given dieter wants to lose.
If you want to lose more than 10 pounds, you’re told to stick to less than 30 grams of carbs a day. If a weight loss of less than 10 pounds is your goal, you’re allowed 40-60 grams. The book contains nearly 200 recipes, including Sesame Broccoli, Long Beach Shrimp Salad, Down-Home Brisket With Texas Pecan Cilantro Pesto, and other appealing options.
With components similar to the South Beach Diet, The Hampton’s Diet focuses on consuming healthy fats, specifically, mono-unsaturated fats. Salmon and other omega-3-rich fish are encouraged, as well as lean meats and nuts. Australian macadamia nut oil is consistently highlighted as a top choice for cooking oil, not only for its high heat capacity, but for its 85% monounsaturated fat content. Fruits, vegetables, and grains should be minimized according to this plan, since they are high in carbohydrates.
Supplements are recommended to support optimal levels of essential fatty acids, chromium, and carnitine.
Foods to include:
- Fish
- Lean meats
- Healthy fats
- Nuts
- Low-starch vegetables
- Australian macadamia nut oil
Foods to avoid:
- Processed meals
- Snacks and sweets
- Excessive grains
- Starchy fruits and vegetables
Pros:
- Comes with meal plans
- Emphasis on healthy fats
- Encourages organic when possible
- Lots of recipes provided
Cons:
- Ingredients in recipes can be expensive
- Not everyone will have time to cook
- Some thrive on carbs
- Supplements may get expensive
Sources:
Hampton’s Diet – Dr. Fred Pescatore www.hamptonsdiet.com/ (Links to an external site.)
Fred Pescatore’s The Hamptons Diet: Lose Weight Quickly and Safely with the Doctor’s Delicious Meal Plans
