A. Johansson, a Swedish doctor, has devoted most of her life to finding a solution to the problem of excess weight. As a result, she created a 6-petal diet with a menu for each day, which can help almost anyone return to a normal figure. Interesting? Today's article will reveal all the secrets of this technique.
Basic Principles of the 6 Petal Diet
Anna's technique is based on including only one type of food in the diet throughout the day. At the same time, all sweets will have to be excluded in order to force the body to draw energy from its own sources.
The name identifies the chamomile flower with its petals, uniquely painted in different colors, depending on the chosen food.
Here are the basics of Petals:
- it is a mono-diet designed for 6 days, where during each of them you can only eat one type of food;
- Guaranteed daily weight loss of 500 to 800 grams. If you need to get rid of 3-5 kg, you will certainly not count them in a week;
- during these 6 days, it is important not to mix proteins with carbohydrates, that is to say to eat them separately;
- the amount of food should be limited - no more than 500 g of protein, up to 1. 5 kg of vegetable food and up to 300 g of cereals;
- it is strictly forbidden to add sugar to dishes, only salt and not too spicy spices are allowed. On protein nutrition days, you can eat not only meat and fish, but also broths based on them;
- it is allowed to drink liquid in unlimited volumes, but not less than 2 liters of pure water. Tea is allowed up to 4 cups, and coffee can be drunk without adding cream or sugar.
Important: you cannot use this technique for longer and no more than twice a year.
You have access to the self-development of the 6th day menu with compliance with all the requirements of the diet. The dish should be divided into 5 equal portions that you will need to eat during the day.
A positive effect is achieved by avoiding the exchange of proteins with carbohydrates.
The main benefits of the scheme are:
- It is not necessary to starve.
- No need to count calories.
- There is no need to adjust to a specific time.
- The ability to get rid of a certain amount of excess weight in a short time, which depends on several factors - lifestyle, physical activity, gender and genetics. The only restriction - 2 hours before going to bed should be the last meal.
- A variety of products protect against addiction and boredom.
- No harm to the body thanks to a balanced diet.
But not all nutritionists agree with this because of the need to eat only one type of food during the day.
Let's now analyze the disadvantages and contraindications of the technique to think big and choose the right diet:
- it is not suitable for people who are too busy due to the need for frequent and divided meals;
- the diet requires sufficient funds, since the products must be of high quality and natural;
- You can not apply the diet to women during pregnancy and lactation, as well as to children and adolescents.
Another opinion of nutritionists agrees that extra pounds should leave the body slowly. The 6 petal diet leads to a rapid weight loss process. But you should also know that fat, even with the most strict diet, rises to 150 g in the day. And the rest of the grams are water, muscle and intestinal contents.
If you follow all the rules, do physical education, do not smoke or drink alcohol in excessive quantities, and of course, this technique is not contraindicated for you, it will only benefit youwithout harm to health and appearance.
Menu for every day
After deciding to follow a 6 petal chamomile diet, it is important to remember to eat only recommended foods, including vegetables, cottage cheese, grains, fish, chicken, and fruit. In no case should the days be reversed - the main thing is the exact observance of all recommendations.
First day - fish mono-diet
On this day, all varieties and types of fish are allowed, including oily fish, but not more than half a kilogram. Cooking methods are any, except for frying. Such nutrition will saturate the body with polyunsaturated fatty acids, which have a beneficial effect on the skin, hair and nails.
Second - vegetable day
On this day it is allowed to eat even potatoes, including any other boiled and stewed vegetables up to 1. 5 kg, but without adding oil. Carbohydrates, slowly absorbed by the body, help get rid of excess weight, and fiber activates digestive processes.
Third day - chicken mono-diet
A maximum of 500 g of chicken meat can be consumed per day. Skinless breast is particularly good for this. Without carbs, your body will draw energy from existing fat stores.
Fourth - day cereal
On this day, choose any cereals to your taste, except corn, but no more than 200 g in dry form. It is allowed to add wheat germ, greens, rolls or seeds to the finished dish.
Fifth day - mono-diet with cottage cheese
Up to 0. 5 kg of cottage cheese with a fat content of no more than 5% can be eaten per day. You can drink on this day yogurt and milk up to 1. 5% fat. Your body will be filled with protein and minerals on this day.
Sixth - fruit day
The norm during the day is 1. 5 kg and gives preference to not too sweet. They can be eaten not only fresh, but also baked, freshly squeezed juices or light salads.
In the second round of the technique (possible 7 days after the end of the first), if such a need arises, other products can be included. However, they remain the same on designated days. For example, the first fish also includes octopus, shrimp and seaweed. Chicken is allowed to include turkey, veal or beef.
Here are some tips for getting the most out of this diet:
- Chew your food slowly, savoring every bite.
- Drink water and other fluids some time after eating.
- Long breaks between meals are not allowed.
Remember the important point - a consultation with a specialist is necessary before starting to practice this diet, as it also has contraindications:
- period of pregnancy and lactation;
- diabetes (type 1 or 2);
- CCC, endocrine and gastrointestinal tract conditions;
- kidney problems and bladder stones.
You should not use this technique to lose weight during the postoperative period if the body temperature is high and you feel weak.
The timing of leaving the diet is also important to consolidate the result and feel good. First of all, do not immediately jump on fried and fatty foods - for the first few days try to eat a balanced diet and not overeat.
Secondly, the calorie content of meals should not exceed 2000 Kcal per day if you train regularly to improve your body, and 1800 Kcal if you are far from the fitness concept.
And third, make time for gym visits and long walks in the fresh air.
Diet recipes 6 petals
Recipes can be varied - it all depends on your imagination and love for cooking. Here are sample menus for each of the 6 days.
Fish
- Boil purchased fresh fish in water, or in a double boiler, with a little salt.
- Bake a piece of fish in the oven, wrapping it in foil.
- Eat fish broth without potatoes, carrots and onions.
- Use the steamer to cook the intended fish.
- Eat a piece of boiled fish for dinner.
Vegetable
- Grate the white cabbage and season with lemon juice.
- Grate the fresh carrots.
- Boil the potatoes and mash.
- Grill the eggplant.
- In the evening, eat any raw vegetable.
Chicken
- Separate the skin from the carcass and boil.
- Eat the resulting broth.
- Bake a piece of chicken in the oven.
- Take out the meat.
- Boil the chicken breast.
Cereal
- Oatmeal on the water with a little honey if desired.
- Millet.
- Buckwheat.
- Boiled rice (unpeeled).
- Buckwheat.
cottage cheese
- Kefir without fat (glass).
- Fat-free yogurt and a little cottage cheese.
- Cheese casserole.
- Cottage cheese (0% fat).
- Milk - 200 ml.
Fruit
- Bake 1 apple in the oven, adding a spoonful of honey.
- Kiwi and/or orange.
- The Peach.
- A pineapple.
- An Apple.
Remember to drink plain water, mineral water and herbal teas between meals, which will also include liquids such as broths and soups.
With all the simplicity of this diet, there is nothing new in it - all the principles of separate nutrition have long been known and mastered. The main thing is not to combine protein with carbohydrates in one meal. And don't drink water with your food.
Always choose high quality and natural products without dyes or preservatives, to eat in small portions and often. And so that after losing weight your muscles do not sag, exercise regularly.
And keep in mind that in order for the result to be corrected without returning the lost kilograms, you must continue to follow the rules of rational nutrition throughout your life. Only in this case you will always be fit, beautiful and satisfied with yourself.