A. Johansson, a doctor from Sweden, has devoted most of her life to finding a solution to the problem of being overweight. As a result, she created a 6-petal diet with a menu for every day, which can help almost everyone to bring their figure back to normal. Interesting? Today's article will reveal all the secrets of this technique.
Basics 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 to force the body to draw energy from its own sources.
The name identifies the chamomile flower with its petals, just painted in different colors depending on the chosen food.
Here are the basics of Petals:
- this is a mono-diet designed for 6 days, during which you can only eat 1 type of food during each day;
- Guaranteed daily weight loss of 500 to 800 grams. If you need to get rid of 3-5 kg, you will definitely not count them in a week;
- during these 6 days it is important not to mix proteins with carbohydrates, that is, eat separately;
- the amount of food should be limited - no more than 500 g of protein, up to 1. 5 kg of plant foods 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 added cream and sugar.
Important: you cannot use this technique any longer and no more than 2 times a year.
You have access to the self-development of the menu for the 6th day with the fulfillment of 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 advantages of the diet include the following:
- There is no need to starve.
- There is 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 due 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 cons and contraindications of the technique to see the big picture and choose the right diet:
- not suitable for very busy people due to the need for frequent and fractional meals;
- the diet requires sufficient funds, as the products must be of high quality and natural;
- You cannot 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 slowly leave the body. The 6 petal diet leads to a quick weight loss process. But you should also know that fat, even with the strictest diet, reaches 150 g during the day. And the rest of the grams are water, muscle and intestinal contents.
If you follow all the rules, practice physical education, don't smoke or drink alcohol in excess and, of course, this technique is not contraindicated for you, it will only benefit you without harming your health and appearance.
Menu for every day
Having decided to go on a 6-petal chamomile diet, it is important to remember to eat only recommended foods, and these include vegetables, cottage cheese, cereal, fish, chicken, and fruits. In no case should the days be changed - 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, but no more than half a kilo. Cooking methods are any, except frying. Such nutrition will saturate the body with polyunsaturated fatty acids, which have a beneficial effect on the skin, hair and nails.
Second - day of vegetables
On that day, it is permissible to eat up to potatoes, including any other boiled and roasted vegetables up to 1. 5 kg, but without adding oil. Carbohydrates, slowly absorbed by the body, help to eliminate excess weight and fiber activates the digestive processes.
Third day - chicken mono-diet
A maximum of 500 g of chicken meat can be consumed per day. Skinless breast is especially good for this. Without carbohydrates, your body will draw energy from existing fat stores.
Wednesday - Cereal Day
On this day, choose any cereal you like, except corn, but no more than 200 g in dry form. It is permissible to add wheat germ, greens, rolls or seeds to the finished dish.
Fifth day - cottage cheese mono-diet
Up to 0. 5 kg of cottage cheese with a fat content of not more than 5% can be consumed per day. You can drink on this day yogurt and milk up to 1. 5% fat. Your body will be full of protein and minerals on this day.
Friday - fruit day
The norm during the day is 1. 5 kg and give preference to not too sweet. They can be eaten not only fresh, but also baked in the oven, freshly squeezed juice or light salads.
In the second round of the technique (possible 7 days after the first), if necessary, other products can be included. However, they remain the same on the designated days. For example, the first fish also includes octopus, shrimp and seaweed. Chicken can include turkey, veal or beef.
Here are some tips to get the most out of this diet:
- Chew your food slowly, enjoying every bite.
- Drink water and other fluids some time after eating.
- Long breaks between meals are not allowed.
Do not forget about the important point - a specialist consultation is required before starting to put this diet into practice, as it also has contraindications:
- period of pregnancy and lactation;
- diabetes disease (type 1 or 2);
- CCC, endocrine and gastrointestinal tract diseases;
- kidney problems and bladder stones.
You should not use this technique for postoperative weight loss if your body temperature is high and you feel weak.
The time to leave the diet is also important to consolidate the result and feel good. Firstly, don't immediately jump into fried and fatty foods - in the first few days, try to eat a balanced diet and not overeat.
Secondly, the calorie content of meals should not exceed 2, 000 Kcal per day if you regularly practice physical self-improvement, and 1, 800 Kcal if you are far from the concept of fitness.
And third, take the time to visit gyms and take long walks in the fresh air.
6 petal diet recipes
Recipes can be varied - it all depends on your imagination and love of cooking. Here are sample menus for each of the 6 days.
Fish
- Boil fresh bought fish in water, or in a bain-marie, with a little salt.
- Bake a piece of fish in the oven, wrapping in aluminum foil.
- Eat some fish broth without potatoes, carrots and onions.
- Use the steamer to cook the planned fish.
- Eat a piece of boiled fish for dinner.
Vegetable
- Grate the white cabbage and season with lemon juice.
- Grate fresh carrots.
- Cook the potatoes and mash.
- Grill the eggplant.
- At night, eat any raw vegetables.
Chicken
- Separate the skin from the carcass and boil.
- Eat the resulting broth.
- Bake a piece of chicken in the oven.
- Put the meat.
- Cook the chicken breast.
Cereal
- Oatmeal in water with a little honey, if desired.
- Millet.
- Buckwheat.
- Cooked rice (without husk).
- Buckwheat.
Curd
- Kefir with zero fat content (glass).
- Fat-free yogurt and a little cottage cheese.
- Cheese casserole.
- Cottage cheese (0% fat).
- Milk - 200ml.
Fruit
- Bake 1 apple in the oven, adding a spoon of honey.
- Kiwi and/or orange.
- Peach.
- A pineapple.
- An apple.
Don't forget to drink plain water, mineral water and herbal teas between meals, which also include liquids like broths and soups.
For all the simplicity of this diet, it contains nothing new - all the principles of separate nutrition have been known and mastered for a long time. The main thing is not to combine protein with carbohydrates in one meal. And don't drink water with food.
Always choose high quality and natural products, without dyes and preservatives, eating in small portions and often. And so that after losing weight your muscles do not sag, exercise regularly.
And remember that in order for the result to be corrected without giving back the lost pounds, you need to continue to follow the rules of rational nutrition throughout your life. Only in this case you will always be in shape, beautiful and satisfied with yourself.