Diet Review: Weight Loss 4 Idiots Proves Idiotic

While promising rapid weight loss, the authors of the Weight Loss 4 Idiots also claim dieters won't have to put up with a plan that is low carbohydrate, low fat or low in calories. While there is no calorie counting or portion restriction, the Weight Loss 4 Idiots plan does tend to lean on the low-carbohydrate and high protein end of the spectrum.

What's not so idiotic about the program?

The best advice Weight Loss 4 Idiots (also called Fat Loss 4 Idiots) dishes out is to eat until you feel satisfied. That means you won't be gobbling down the last bite of mashed potatoes and slice of roast beef on the serving platter.

Also, the program encourages people to mix up their meal plans with their magic "diet generator," which devises 11 days of eating menus.

It's a good idea to trick your body into burning fat by making it think it is never starving. You can have a few lower calorie days if you go back to eating more every few days.

Another good point of the diet is to eat at least four times a day. Eating small meals frequently can increase your metabolism and stabilize your blood sugar level so you aren't starving.

High-protein diets are for dummies

The main problem with the Weight Loss 4 Idiots program is that it is basically a high-protein diet.

Most people can't stay on a low-carbohydrate diet for long and it's not healthy for your body.

You will probably begin to crave bread and eventually cake, cookies and chips. Having cravings could be your body's way of telling you it's not getting the right balance of fats, proteins and carbohydrates.

Smart people lose weight slowly

One of the promises made by Weight Loss 4 Idiots is that you will lose weight fast. They say you may lose 9 pounds every 11 days. It's sounds great but don't believe it.

The problem with quick weight loss programs is you are generally losing water and possibly lean muscle mass, which you never want to lose.

It's virtually impossible to burn more than two pounds of fat a week.

If you are losing water weight you are only achieving one goal: dehydration. Dehydration will make it more difficult for you to sustain exercise. Also, you need to stay hydrated to flush away fat.

Instead of flushing your money down the toilet with the Weight Loss 4 Idiots plan, be sensible about your eating habits.

Be smart by eating a balanced diet when you are hungry. Eating plenty of fiber, found in fruits and vegetables, will decrease your appetite. Exercise at least four times a week to burn calories and keep your metabolism revved up.

Finally, don't be a true idiot by falling for quick weight loss plans. It's just as much of a gimmick as get-rich quick schemes.

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