Sugar Busters! Diet
The Sugar Busters! Diet was written by three doctors and one Fortune 500 CEO. The goal and tagline of this diet is “cut sugar to trim fat.” This approach avoids foods that spike insulin levels, such as potatoes, pasta, white bread, white rice, carrots, corn, ripe bananas, raisins, and beer. Proponents discourage certain food combinations, such as fruit and nuts. The creators believe that fruit should always be eaten alone to avoid fermentation in the gut.
This approach to eating is not a diet but a lifestyle. There’s no calorie, fat or carbohydrate counting, weighing or measuring, however, there is a focus on portion control. Three regular meals should be consumed daily, as well as snacks. Meals should be composed of high-fiber vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, and low-fat dairy. There’s no set meal plan – dieters are encouraged to make the best choices from what’s available to them. Followers should aim to exercise regularly, although type and duration is up to the individual.
Foods to include:
- Vegetables
- Fruits
- Whole grains
- Meat
- Poultry
- Fish
- Eggs
- Beans
- Dairy
- Nuts and seeds
- Healthy oils
Foods to avoid:
- Refined grains
- Sugar
- Trans fat
- Processed foods
Pros:
- Emphasizes whole foods
- Avoiding sugar may reduce anxiety and chronic fatigue
- May alleviate digestive upset
Cons:
- Sugar is addictive and may be difficult to reduce
- Not suitable for those with dairy allergies
- Some may be averse to meat
- Some may require a more specific system to see results
Source:
Sugar Busters! www.sugarbusters.com (Links to an external site.)
