Wiki+Collab+4+Oct.+4-17

tocEach of you need to post an answer(s) to the following questions. Add any pertinent links or additional resources as appropriate. Remember to also cite your sources!After you have posted your answer, place a line underneath your answer. You can do this by clicking on the icon to the right of the "bullet" icon. Place your cursor where you want the line, then click the icon.Collaboratively discuss and define the following:As you are well aware, there are a variety of "diet" plans that promise consumers they will lose weight or "burn" fat quickly and effortlessly.For our discussion this unit, you are to research and discuss current diet plans. A couple examples would be the "South Beach" or "Adkins" diet. You may work in teams for this discussion. Each "Diet Plan Team" (no more then 5 members in each team) needs to research their chosen diet plan and discuss how the diet supposedly works, how fast and how much weight they are reported to be able to lose, possible side effects of the diet, and any other pertinent information. Include your thoughts in your discussion....do you think it would work? Does it sound too good to be true? Make sure and include any controlled, scientific research data. Also make sure and include links to reports or information about your diet plan.For this discussion, it is again very important to cite your resources. Use APA formatting. Write your name next to the diet plan your are contributing information to. Like the last wiki discussion, we will create a table of contents, so make sure and highlight your diet plan name and click on "Heading 1" in the toolbar to add your diet to the table of contents. There should be no more than five students per diet plan.

=Diet Plans=
 * __Weight Watchers__**
 * How Diet Works**: Learning to keep weight off for the long haul. What you eat is important, and the Momentum program will help you to make smart choices and keep hunger in check. And what you learn will stay with you for a lifetime.
 * How Fast**: Average weight loss is about 5-8 lbs per month depending on individual.
 * How Much Weight Loss**: Total weight loss depends on individual, how well you stick with the plan, as long as how long you stick with the plan.
 * Side Effects**: None since its a training program on how to eat healthy.
 * Own Thoughts**: My mom has done weight watchers for years and it has definitely worked for her. Its not a miracle plan and you don't lose 10 lbs in the first week but it does help you lose weight. It also trains you to eat healthy which can stay with you for life.
 * Source**: "Weight Watchers". 16 Sept 2009. www.weightwatchers.com.

How the diet works:** This diet is based on the "eat what you want approach." Those involved in weight watchers track the nutritional content of food and beverages using a formula referred to as Points and staying with a set Points target each day. The current version of the plan, called Momentum, mentioned above, helps members understand that consuming certain foods can cause one to overeat, therefore the point system helps. They receive the amount of points they can eat throughout the day based on their level of activity, height, weight, gender, and age.
 * __Weight Watcher continued:__


 * How Fast:** It really depends on your body and how well you stick to the point system, they do not focus on exercise when you initially start the first week, they want your body to adapt with the diet then gradually lead into exercise. From the reviews it seems like the average weight loss can happen within the first week. Therefore the biggest results happen within the first week.
 * How much weight loss**: The average weight loss has many differnt extremes and it really depends on how long you continue for. I noticed in the sample reporting that there is an average weight loss per week of 1-2 lbs.
 * Side Effects:** There are no side effects.
 * My own thoughs:** To be honest I think it is a waste to pay for this program because I for one think that you can do your own point system along with your own exercise routine. You can eat whatever you want but is based on moderation. It is a lot of self control. The point system does help for those who do not have self control. My boyfriend gained weight last year...he is naturally a strong guy but gained weight in his stomach area, his mom and him went on this together. He lost 25 lbs and is at a prefect weight for his height. He said that it really helped to have a controlled setting on the amount of points you could eat throughout the day. I am a firm believer it works but some who get of of the program may tend to gain again, but for those who do not, they learned what they needed to from the program.

Marketdata Enterprises (2009). Weight Watchers. //, ,// . Retrieved from http://ww w.bestdietforme.com/WeightWatchers.htm

Mary Bares

=Nutrisystem= -Lisa Frantini
 * How Diet Works:** Nutrisystem gives you the option to choose a food plan by creating your own 28-day menu. The food is then delivered to your door, and you are to follow the meal planner that is provided, while combining the Nutrisystem food with healthy grocery store items. This diet focuses on teaching portion control and eating often throughout the day to prevent cravings.
 * How Fast:** While researching, I was not able to find out specifically how fast this diet works, however I believe that most people notice quick results.
 * How Much Weight Loss:** The specific weight loss depends on each individual, but there have been many success stories. The website proves that an individual can lose anywhere from 20 to 180 pounds. It also says that last year alone, Nutrisystem customers lost 9,187,775 pounds!
 * Side Effects**: None.
 * My Own Thoughts:** I have a couple of friends who have tried this diet and have shown amazing results pretty fast! They told me that the only downsides are that one, the food is very pricey, and two, you can't ever go out to eat because you are pretty much only allowed to eat the Nutrisystem food, along with some and fruits and vegetables.
 * Source:** []

Nurtisystem continued... Does it Work: **"Dieters may only experience success while they are ordering the prepackaged foods because once they are on their own, they are faced with the real world of cooking, meal preparation, and issues they are not prepared to handle because they were not addressed on the plan," says American Dietetic Association spokeswoman Suzanne Farrell, MS, RD.** Side Effects: **There are no health related risks to this diet plan. The diet is well balanced and will not lead to health problems. As with any diet, you should consult your health care provider before making this change. This is especially important if you have any preexisting health problems, such as diabetes. Most people find the food filling and satisfying, but hunger may be an issue, particularly when starting Nutrisystem.** Source: [] []
 * How it works:** The NutriSystem diet is the ultimate in convenience. Dieters who don't want to think about portion sizes, planning, shopping for or cooking meals will love the NutriSystem diet plan. You simply make your food selections and then get a month's worth of meals delivered to your door in microwave-ready pouches. The NutriSystem diet plan started in 1972. Since then it has undergone many changes, and today features the NutriSystem Advanced plan (launched in 2008), a "glycemic advantage" approach promoting "good carbs," low fat, healthy protein, and high-fiber ready-cooked meals. NutriSystem Advanced meals also contain soluble fiber and omega-3 fatty acids to promote [|heart health] and feelings of fullness.
 * Cost and Plan:** Women follow a 1,200-calorie plan and men are allowed 1,500 calories per day. Meals are chosen and delivered via mail from the Internet-based diet program (nutrisystem.com). Meal and dessert options are available in shelf-stable pouches that can be conveniently heated in a microwave oven. The food costs approximately $280-310/month
 * Should Exercise along with the plan**
 * --Brianna Tank**

**How it works**:
Select plan that's right for you. Get delicious food delivered to your door. > no counting calories, carbs or points.
 * Create your own 28-day menu (choose a breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert for each day), or simply start with our pre-selected Favorite Foods Package.
 * Order one 28-day program, or select **Auto-Delivery** for recurring monthly deliveries at a discount.
 * Receive your order in days, along with a valuable Nutrisystem® Results Kit.
 * Relax with our "no brainer" meal plan—
 * Enjoy delicious, good-for-you Nutrisystem® meals for as little as $11 per day!

Eat healthy and track your weight loss.
> balanced diet. > prevent cravings.
 * Follow the Meal Planner provided, and combine Nutrisystem® foods with grocery items for a healthy,
 * Learn portion control, and eat often throughout the day to help

**My Thoughts**
I have also wanted to try this but I don't think i wold like the food so there would be no point in soending that much money when I know I wouldn't eat the food. I think it would work if you exercise and STUCK TO IT!!!

Brittany Schwien Nurtisytem.com

=The South Beach Diet= How Diet Works**: The South Beach Diet teaches a way of life where you rely on the right carbohydrates and fats. The diet works in phases, the first two for a specific timeframe and third phase for life. On this diet, you eat three normal-size meals everyday and you also get two snacks each day. In Phase 1, you eat normal portion sizes but all carbohydrates are restricted. This is the strictest phase in the diet and will last for two weeks. It emphasizes lean meats, such as chicken, turkey, fish, and shellfish. Low-Glycemic-index vegetables are allowed as well as low-fat cheese, nuts, and eggs. In Phase 2, some of the banned food are slowly introduced. You should remain on it until you lost your desired amount of weight. Phase 3 is for maintenance and should be followed for life. Is all about maintaining your desired weight with a healthy balanced diet. Should your weight begin to climb, simply return to Phase 1.** How Fast: **The first two weeks are when you lose the most weight which is in the first phase and then depending on how long you stay in phase two depends on how much more weight you lose.** How Much Weight Loss**: It is said that in just two weeks, the first phase, you can lose 8 to 13 pounds. After that, phase 2, you will continue to lose around 1-2 pounds per week.** Side Effects**: Most criticism of the South Beach Diet lumps it (fairly or not) with “low-carb” and other “fad diets” and dismisses the entire set as “snake oil”. Dr. Elizabeth Mayer-Davis, a diabetes researcher, questions the validity of the glycemic index, on which the diet is based. Cindy Moore, RD, a director of nutrition therapy at Cleveland Clinic and a former spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association noted that the diet meets the important criteria for a healthy diet: it emphasizes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean protein while not omitting any major food group. However, she warns that phase 1 can throw the body’s electrolyte balance off because most of the weight loss is water weight.** My Own Thoughts**: I’ve never tried the diet before but I have family that have done it and they actually saw the results that were promised and described above.** Source: **http://www.southbeach-diet-plan.com/ --Kristi Hammon**

 //Jenny Craig//  //How diet works //**//: Says to focus on three main areas food, body, and mind. To learn healthy eating patterns and portion control, increase physical activity, and stay motivated and create balance by talking with a consultant. They talk with you over the phone and set up a plan that is individualized to help meet goals and accomplish weight loss. You are to consume three of the provided Jenny meals and one snack a day. You are also to incorporate fresh fruits, vegetables, and milk. //** //How fast and how much weight loss //**//: “ ////The Jenny Craig Program has been designed to result in a weekly weight loss of one to two pounds or 1% of your body weight*. These results may vary based on an individual's personal weight history, body composition, level/frequency of physical activity, and motivation among other factors (Jenny).” // ** //Side effects: //**// None. (Weight loss) //** //Own thoughts: //**// I think that Jenny Craig would obviously help any individual who is trying to lose weight. Any sort of diet or reduction in caloric intake will result in some change in the body. However, I also believe that although they do give you resources on how to make healthy choice and cooking tips that this diet does not truly change the person’s lifestyle. I think that as soon as they go off the plan that most will not keep the weight off. Once the meals are not pre portioned and pre prepared for them they are able to make their own decisions and have to prepare their own meals. This is the main issue. Once again they say that they will teach you correct portion size but I doubt that in many that this element will stick. //** //Source: // Melissa Carls**
 * //“Jenny Craig”. 4 October 2009. http://www.jennycraig.com/programs/faqs/activity_fitness //

=THE ZONE= How diet works: **With this diet it is suggested that one eats, 30% protein, 30% fat, and 40% carbohydrates. The Zone diet says that you can expect a lower chance of getting heart disease, high pressure, and diabetes. The Zone’s eating plan is a combination of a small amount of low-fat protein at every meal, fats, and carbohydrates in the form of fiber-rich vegetables and fruits.** How fast and how much weight loss**: Many zone diet advocates say that you can lose 3 to 5 pounds in the first two weeks, followed by 1 to 1.5 pounds a week thereafter.** Side effects: **- Epileptic children showed an adverse effect on lipids - Constipation and headache due to the reduced fruit, bread and cereal intake - Muscle cramps and diarrhea** Own thoughts: **I believe that this diet may work for a quick weight loss fix, but it is not a diet that should be kept as a lifestyle. It blocks out certain nutrients and types of food from the body that one needs. It is a slower way to lose weight, so in the long run the weight may stay off, because The Zone also encourages one to work out 6 times a week. So, obviously along with working out and eating at this ratio one can lose weight at a slow speed which I think is healthier.** Source: ** [] //“The Zone”. 5 October 2009.// [] Rachel Collsen**

=Adkins Diet= How does the diet work**: This is a diet where you are supposed to eat the way that your body was designed to eat. Our body's were designed to eat lean protein, vegetables, high fiber fruits, nuts, and whole grains. By cutting out alot of the carbs in your diet your body burns fat for energy instead of using the carbs that were in the food you ate. Supposedly your body turns into a fat burning mode instead of carb burning mode. Since your body is burning more fat you should be able to get the weight loss that you desire.**

How fast and how much weight loss**: The website that I looked at said that you can see results in just 2 weeks. If an individual sticks to induction he/she can lose up to 15 pounds in the two week time period.**

Side Effects**: Possible side effects include compromised vitamin and mineral intake, and potential cardiac, kidney, bone, and liver abnormalities. A majority of these side effects do not set in unless the individual partakes in this diet on a long term basis.**

Own Thoughts**: I like the idea of being able to eat a lot of mean and nuts because I like both of these food types. However, I am not too sure this diet plan is as great as some people make it sound. I enjoy eating carbs and the key to eating carbs is eating the right type of carbs and not overeating carbs. The Atkins diet suggest eating only 20 carbs a day. For example you could have two slices of bread, a bowl of cereal, or two glasses of milk. I was on a carb diet where I had to eat a certain amount of carbs for each meal. I could eat way more than 20 carbs for each meal and I sometimes was still longing for more carbs. Overall I wouldn't go on this diet because of the health related risk of not getting enough vitamins and minerals and the added risk of eating a lot of meat.**

Source**: "Atkinsexposed.org". 5 October 2009. [] "Atkins". 5 October 2009. [|http://www.atkins.com].

Galen Huette**

=Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet=

How diet works**; Helps control your hunger so you can stick to your diet. Each Weekly Box contains 7 Daily Bags of 6 cookies each and replaces 14 meals at a cost of about $4.20 per replaced meal when used as suggested. So pretty much, you buy a box of cookies and there are 7 bags in each box. You get 6 cookies per day to eat when you are feeling hungry. These cookies are supposed to have the necessary fiber, carbs, nutrients, etc to help curve your appetite and keep it in check. Here's what the website says; Dr. Siegal’s COOKIE DIET® is a proven, three-step plan that has helped more than a half million people lose weight since 1975. It’s a safe, fast, and affordable approach to weight loss and weight maintenance. To help you succeed, Dr. Siegal personally developed a suite of free, web-based calculators that eliminate the uncertainty of results inherent in nearly all diets. Dr. Siegal’s tools will help you set and reach an attainable goal weight. During the weight loss phase, with your family doctor’s blessing, you’ll eat Dr. Siegal’s COOKIE DIET® hunger-controlling cookies and shakes during the day and a reasonable dinner at night. It’s that simple. The Dr. Siegal’s COOKIE DIET® suggested daily caloric intake is 1,000 calories but your doctor may raise or lower the amount based on your medical history. (Always follow your doctor’s instructions). On 1,000 calories a day (or even 1,200), //everybody// loses weight. Therefore, your success is guaranteed if you follow the plan. **

How Fast**: Supposedly start losing weight from day one, but it's a monthly process. So after a month, you are supposed to re-evaluate yourself to see your calorie intake and how many you need to maintain your weight.** How much weight loss**; The website says that it has helped over 500,000 people lose millions of pounds.** Side Effects**; Because the amount of cookies eaten per day only adds up to 800 calories, many say that this is a problem. People who have low calorie diets have low metabolisms and typically lack energy. With this lack of energy supply to the body, it is impossible for the body to get all of the minerals and vitamins it needs as recommended by the RDA. Even though, Dr. Siegal suggests vitamin supplements as a solution to this shortcoming, according to nutritional experts supplements cannot replace the amount of vitamin's supplied to the human body through a healthy diet. Then there is this argument that the cookie diet also falls short in terms of carbohydrates as well as fibers, which is are vital for healthy digestion. Dr. Siegal seems to agree with the fiber issue, but he counters it by saying that the cookie diet is not a permanent diet, but rather a temporary solution to lose weight. He has also conceded that the cookie diet is not a permanent healthy solution for nutrition. ** My Own thoughts**; I actually never heard about this diet plan until about a week ago when one of my friends was telling me about it. He actually bought it and is going to try it out starting next week. In my opinion, it seems to good to be true. But then again the website says that it has helped out many people. I just don't see how 6 cookies a day along with one meal can make you lose weight. I know the cookies are supposed to curve you hunger throughout the day but I know that I wouldn't be able to last on 6 cookies (couldn't count on them to fill me up). But after a few weeks of my friend trying it, I guess I will know for sure!!!

(2009). //Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet//. Retrieved October 7, 2009 from Web site: []

(2009) //Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet: Quick Fix or Dangerous Weight Loss Alternative.// Retrieved October 7, 2009 from Web Site: []

Cody Cox**

= = = = =Medifast Diet= How Diet Works**: Medifast controls your portions and is a nutritionally balanced program that supposedly helps people lose weight faster than any other diet plan. It offers meal replacement products which are created to be low-calorie and low-fat and have high levels of vitamins. Medifast meals are individual packets that you mix with water and then microwave or refrigerate. They are available in many flavors and varieties including shakes, soups, chili, oatmeal, scrambled eggs, fruit drinks, iced teas, hot beverages, and pudding. The most popular of the Medifast diet is the 5 and 1 plan. This plan contains between 800-1000 calories daily and has 5 meal replacements and one actual meal made up of a lean protein, vegetables, and a salad. The Medifast Diet plan costs around $11.00/day or $299.50/month. **How Fast: ** The Medifast Diet plan claims you can see results within 3-5 days of starting the program. **How Much Weight Loss: ** The diet claims you will lose between 2-5 pounds per week on the plan. The diet claims the average weight loss in males is 67 pounds and the average weight loss in females is 57 pounds. **Side Effects**: Can include: leg cramps, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, headache, loose skin, feeling cold, hair loss, rash, diarrhea, bad breath, constipation, and hunger. **My Own Thoughts: ** I’ve never heard of the plan before and don’t know anyone who has ever used this diet plan. I feel it is very expensive ($300/month) because the price doesn’t include the “lean and green” meal you need once everyday. I feel this program would take a lot of dedication and is only for people who are really serious about losing weight. Also, you can’t really go out to eat because you’re only supposed to eat all of their food plus 1 “lean and green” meal. Overall, I felt there were a very large amount of side effects from this diet plan, and I don’t think it sounds like a very safe diet plan to me. ** Source**: “What is Medifast?”. 8 Oct 2009. http://www.medifast1.com/faq/index.asp#What%20is%20Medifast? Elyse Wilson**

=Slim Fast Diet Plan= How it works: Slim fast is a meal replacement plan. Slim fast created shakes, snack bars and pastas that can be used to replace a meal every day. Their plan requires a person to eat six snack/small meals every day. For 4 of the 6 times a person eats a day they are required to use a slim fast product. This idea is similar to most diet plans in that it encourages proportion control. A 24 pack of meal replacement shakes will cost a consumer around $25.

How Fast: Research shows users could lose up to 10% of their body fat up to 2 pounds per week.

Side effects: None found in my research

My own opinion: This is a good idea as long as a person's 2 other meals are still healthy. Slim fast makes dieting easy with their meal replacements and helps people steer away from the temptation of over eating. Also this diet should be complimented with exercise to help lose weight.

http://www.webmd.com/diet/slim-fast-plan-what-it-is http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YDCA0Q/ref=asc_df_B000YDCA0Q931176?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=googlecom09c9-20&linkCode=asn&creative=380341&creativeASIN=B000YDCA0Q http://www.slim-fast.com/homepage.aspx

=The Lemonade Diet: Master Cleanse=

How Diet Works**: The Lemonade Diet, also known as the Master Cleanse, is a detoxification and fasting program. Originally intended to rid the body of toxins and internal wastes brought on by "improper diet, lack of exercise, and negative mental attitude," it's a source of quick weight loss. No solid foods are allowed, nor are any supplements. You consume only the Master Cleanse elixir to keep you hydrated. The plan calls for you to drink 6 or more servings daily of the lemonade drink. The only other options are a "salt water flush" of 2 teaspoons salt mixed in a quart of water in the morning, and an herbal laxative tea at night, if needed. After following this fast for 4-14 days, dieters are urged to slowly ease back into solid food, starting with foods like vegetable soup, followed by fruits and vegetables**

How Fast**: The Cleanse is supposed to be done for 4-14 days**

How Much Weight Loss**: Total weight loss depends on the person, but up to 20 lbs have been lost in those 4-14 days.**

Side Effects**: Master Cleanse diet plan is deficient in all the essential nutrients: calories, vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates, fiber, and fat. You'll be too tired to exercise and weak from last of nutrients and food.**

Own Thoughts**: I think it would be extremely difficult not to eat for that long. Being tired and weak does not sound like fun either. I don't think it's a very healthy way of going about weight loss. There are better ways to do it.**

Source: **Healthy Eating and Diet. 11 Oct 2009. http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/the-lemonade-diet-master-cleanse-diet. Raechelle Nailor**

=Sonoma Diet= How the diet works: The idea behind this diet is to eat foods you enjoy eating, but in the right amounts. The sonoma diet is broken up into three waves. The first wave lasts ten days and includes eating three meals a day of whole foods, such as cereal, nuts, and eggs. The second wave is the meals you'll eat until you reach your desired weight. In the second wave, you are allowed more freedom with what you eat, but things such as saturated fats and added sugar are prohibited. Wave three begins after you have reached your target weight and promotes making the Sonoma DIet your lifestyle. How much and how fast people are supposed to lose weight: People can expect to lose 2-5 pounds during the first wave (first 10 days). Possible side effects: There were no stated side effects, but some doctors who have reviewed this diet plan say that wave one is extremely intense and may be too unrealistic. It would be very difficult to completely ban processed foods from one's diet. Extra info: This diet is different from others because it doesn't limit your intake of a certain nutrient. Participants are allowed to eat almost anything they want, as long as its in moderation. My thoughts: In my opinion, this is one of the best diets for Americans. With all the temptations to eat delicious food, it is hard to always say no. With the Sonoma Diet, however, people can enjoy their food and still stay healthy.

SOURCE Healthy Eating & DIet: The Sonoma Diet. 6 Feb 2009. http://www.webmd.com/diet/the-sonoma-diet.

=1200 Calorie Diet Plan= How it works: **It is pretty simple. You only eat 1200 calories a day which will cause you to lose weight.** How fast: **"Quick."** How much weight lost: **This is dependent on your goal and weight. It says set a realistic and attainable goal for yourself.** Possible side effects: **None.** Other information: My opinion: **I believe this would work in the short run. If you eat any amount of calories that is lower than what you are used to you will lose weight. However, it is unreasonable to think people will eat 1200 calories everyday for the rest of their lives. Once a person on this diet starts eating more calories again they will put the weight back on not only because of the increase of calories but also because their metabolism will have slowed down to get used to living on so few calories. //Changing Shape 2.0//. Retrieved from http://www.changingshape.com/dietandnutrition/mealplans/plans/1343.asp on Oct. 13, 2009.
 * 1) Commit to consuming 4 - 6 small meals and snacks everyday.
 * 2) To succeed, you must plan ahead by packing your foods the night before. Thus, you should always have fresh and low-fat foods around.
 * 3) Keep it simple. Don't get too caught up on the specifics or your diet. Start by simply just counting calories.
 * 4) Eat your foods slower.
 * 5) Make healtier food selections like fruits, vegetables, whole grain cereals, and beans, low-fat or nonfat dairy products, low fat meats, fish and skinless poultry.
 * 6) Avoid foods that are high in fat and calories.
 * 7) Avoid foods that are high in sugars such as pastries, candy bars, pies and candy.
 * 8) Use a variety of fruits and vegetables in your nutrtion plan. Start by trying to eat 5 total vegetable and fruit servings every single day.

Shannon Fortner**

=The Pritikin Principle=

-Brittany Antonelli The diet says the average caloric density of each meal for an average person should be below 400 calories per pound. Most vegetables fall below 200 calories per pound. High-carbohydrate food, along with pasta and hot cereals, range between 230 to 630 calories per pound. Animal protein goes from 400 calories per pound (some fish) to 1,400 (porterhouse steak) to 2,170 (bacon). By combining the leanest portions of animal protein with plenty of vegetables, you can get the caloric density down to a level where you will lose weight, according to Pritikin's plan. To keep within the suggested guidelines, Pritikin suggests we eat whole, unprocessed, and natural carbohydrate-rich foods, such as grains, vegetables, and fruit. Some of the preferred foods on the diet are brown rice, millet, barley, oats, dark green lettuces, onions, potatoes, squash, beans, apples, pears, strawberries, and bananas.
 * How it works:** The Pritikin Principle is a low-fat diet, not vegetarian, but largely based on vegetables, grains, and fruits. Fat in the diet accounts for a mere 10%. He claims the concern is not calories but rather how dense they are in any given food. The idea is if you fill up on foods that have relatively few calories per pound and you will lose the excess body fat. The creators claim that by choosing foods that are not "calorie dense," such as apples and oatmeal, you never have to limit your portions or be hungry in order to lose weight. The higher the caloric density of any given food, the more likely it is to cause [|weight gain], because you will consume more calories to feel full than if you choose foods with a lower caloric density.
 * Possible side effects and health risks:** Fats make people feel full. Because people using this diet are not eating fat, they usually feel hungry. It is not a practical diet and once people get off the diet they usually gain weight back quickly. Since the Pritikin Principle reduces your fat intake, it also inhibits the intake and absorption of fat soluble vitamins, and can even limit the amount of essential fatty acids provided by the diet needed for normal cell function, [|healthy skin] and tissue, growth, and development. Some of the fat-soluble vitamins in our body are A, D, E, and K. Without fat to transport them, they will not be able to serve their functions in your body. The American Heart Association also recommends a diet with 25% to 35% of your calories from fat. The Pritikin Principle requires you consume less than 10% of your calories from fat.
 * My thoughts:** I believe the Pritikin Principle would result in weight loss. However, as soon as you stray from the diet you will gain all the weight you lost back quickly. It seems that this diet is not the best way to lose weight.

//The Pritikin Principle//. (n.d.). Retrieved from Medicine Net: http://www.medicinenet.com/diet_plans_and_programs/page3.htm //What is the Pritikin Principle//. (n.d.). Retrieved from Web MD: http://www.webmd.com/diet/pritikin-principle-what-it-is

= = Special K Diet = =

The Claim "Lose 6 Pounds in 2 Weeks" “Lose a Pants size in 2 Weeks”

Meal 1 **- Any Special K® Cereal, 2/3 cup skim milk and your choice of fruit, or have a Protein Shake or Protein Meal Bar. OR drizzle 2 tablespoons of light syrup over a serving of Special K® Waffles. Add fruit and enjoy.** Meal2Meal 3SnacksWeight loss?Side effects?My Thoughts?More Information:Is this diet nutritious? **The simple truth is that Special K is better than what most people eat, but it still contains such gems as High Fructose Corn Syrup. Serving for serving, it has less potassium and fiber than oats, and more sugar.**

=The Cabbage Soup Diet=


 * -Dana Peterson

How it works: Takes place over a seven day period where each day you eat cabbage soup along with an additional food item (fruits or vegetables). The diet promises a ten pound weight loss in just one week.

Side affects: Lack of nutrients, only lose water weight and not essential fat loss pounds will return a few weeks after going off the diet, only a short term diet.

Positives: Gets people to eat their vegetables, Enforces lower caloric intake, relies on fruits and vegetables - no supplements.

Other information: Does not promote exercise - will be too weak to do any.

Think will work: For a short period of time it will because one would be losing water weight; will eventually return once you resume regular eating habits. One should really just do a healthy eating regime and exercise regularly.

Diet Plan:** Day 1**: Cabbage soup and all the fruit you want except bananas. Drink unsweetened tea, black coffee, cranberry juice, or water.** Day 2**: Cabbage soup, all the low-calorie vegetables you want (except beans, peas, or corn), and a baked potato with butter.** Day 3**: Cabbage soup and a mixture of the above fruit and vegetables.** Day 4**: Cabbage soup, up to eight bananas, and two glasses of skim milk.** Day 5**: Cabbage soup, up to 20 ounces of beef, chicken or fish, up to six fresh tomatoes, and at least 6-8 glasses of water.** Day 6**: Cabbage soup, up to 3 beef steaks, and unlimited vegetables.** Day 7**: Cabbage soup, up to 2 cups of brown rice, unsweetened fruit juices, and unlimited vegetables.

Soup Recipe:** Mix all ingredients together and simmer for at least 90 minutes and up to 2 hours, serve hot.
 * Half a head of cabbage
 * 12 cups of water
 * Diced vegetables (can include celery, peppers, mushrooms, celery, etc.)
 * Can include vegetable juice (such as V8) If you choose to add vegetable juice substitute the juice for the amount of water that you use
 * Bouillon (optional)
 * Season to taste

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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> =<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">HMR = <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">(Health Management Resources) <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">How does the diet work : ** <span style="color: windowtext; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal; line-height: 115%;">HMR (Health Management Resources®) is a privately owned national healthcare company specializing in weight loss and weight management. The programs offer lifestyle education, personalized attention, nutritious, low-calorie foods, structured diets, and an emphasis on long-term weight and health management. **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">

How fast and how much weight loss : **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">The length of the diet is around six months. All programs are scientifically based and promote fast, maximum weight loss and better health. Dieters in the clinic program lose an average of 35–60 pounds. Many people lose over 100 pounds. **

Side Effects : None

Own Thoughts : I am very positive about this diet because my dad lost over 70 lbs with this diet. The food is good and the HMR diet incorporates other foods with box meals. If I were really serious about dieting, I would use this diet.

Source: (2009). **Health Management Resources. Retrieved October 14, 2009 from Website: []

Christine (Beth) Wynn**

= The Mediterranean Diet = The Mediterranean Diet is a nutritional concept which states that consuming olive oil and wine will lower the risk of heart disease and will combat obesity. The Mediterranean diet derives its name from the countries which border the Mediterranean Sea. There are many variations of Mediterranean diet due to social, political and economically differences between Mediterranean countries. However, the Mediterranean diet does share one common characteristic - the large consumption of olive oil, which dominates all Mediterranean meals.

How Does The Mediterranean Diet Work?
The Mediterranean diet works on the notion that most of their meals consist of monounsaturated fats (ie. olive oil) which counteracts the animal fats. Unlike animal fats, monounsaturated fats do not raise blood cholesterol levels. Monounsaturated fats are the ‘good’ fats which are required for the body in order to function properly. Advocates of the Mediterranean diet also contend that red wine, which is consumed frequently in Mediterranean diets, is also a significant factor in reducing heart disease. Although this has not been proven yet, red wine is renowned for their [|antioxidant] qualities and contains bioflavonoid, which helps to eliminate bad toxins in the body.

Characteristics of the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet consists of: §<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> High consumption of olive oil (emphasis on consuming monounsaturated fat) §<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> High consumption of fruits, vegetables, breads, cereals (such as pasta, beans, nuts and seeds). §<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> Moderate consumption of fish and poultry. §<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> Moderate consumption of wine (two to three times a week). §<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> Low consumption of eggs and red meat.

Current Research on the Mediterranean Diet
As a result of low incidents of heart disease and death rates in Mediterranean countries, more and more countries are looking to their Mediterranean neighbors to help them with their diet. It is a curious phenomenon that Mediterranean countries like France and Italy have a few reported cases of heart disease compared to their American counterparts, which share a very similar diet. Both America and France consume high levels of animal fat but France has comparatively lower cases of heath related disease. Admittedly this could be due to other factors such as lifestyle. Current studies are investigating how close the Mediterranean style diets are to the AHA (American Heart Association) dietary guidelines. It is evident that those who follow the Mediterranean diet consume less saturated fats then those who are on the average American diet.. If these studies prove that the Mediterranean diet is an effective way of reducing heart disease then it will have significant repercussions for the health community.

Scientific Research In fact, a 2007 study conducted in the United States found that both men and women who consumed a Mediterranean diet lowered their risk of death from both heart disease and cancer.

Since the Mediterranean Pyramid was introduced in 1993, extensive research has corroborated the healthfulness of this cuisine, which has demonstrated the highest average life expectancy and the lowest rates of chronic diseases among adults. People have taken notice: Over the past 15 years, many restaurants, cooking shows and cookbooks have embraced this way of meal planning. Side Effects No none My thoughts: This diet seems to be a heart friedly diet. Every place that I searched on the web stated how excellent this particular diet was for a variety of health problems. [|www.every**diet**.org/**diet**/**mediterranean**-**diet**] mayoclinic.com LaKeesha James**
 * http://www.healthyweightforum.org/eng/diets/mediterranean-diet/

=Vegan= <span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial,Helvetica; font-size: 15px; line-height: normal;"> How it works:**<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial,Helvetica; line-height: normal;">Veganism is more of a way of life and a philosophy than a diet. A vegan does not eat anything that is animal based, including eggs, dairy, and honey. Vegans do not generally adopt veganism just for health reasons, but also for environmental and ethical/compassionate reasons. Vegans believe that modern intensive farming methods are bad for our environment and unsustainable in the long term. If all our food were plant based our environment would benefit, animals would suffer less, more food would be produced, and people would generally enjoy better physical and[|mental health]. **Side effects: none Own Thoughts: I would never do this, I eat a lot of meat, it is my favorite foods. That would be too tough for me, I would lose a lot of weight because I would not eat much at all. I would imagine someone being pretty healthy if they did not eat any meats, because it would be a lot of breads, fruits, vegetables, etc. I would not get much protein which would not be favorable for me. Source: **http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/vegetarian-diet/HQ01596 Ben Murphy _

**Jenny Craig Diet The weight management program combines nutrition and physical activity with counseling, to help clients change lifestyle and eating habits. The goal of the program is that once clients reach their desired weight levels, they no longer need to rely on the program's prepackaged food, planned menus, or consultations to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Clients are provided with individual, private counseling sessions with program consultants. Consultants are not required to have nutrition or health professional certifications, although they are trained by the company to provide education and support to clients. Members join any one of a number of types of plans and then purchase prepackaged food from their local center. (The company also directly ships dry and frozen foods in chilled containers to clients that join t KNR113OnlineFall09 - Wiki Collab 4 Oct. 4-1 he Jenny Direct program.) Initially, clients are given a planned menu to follow, utilizing the company's line of frozen and dry foods, along with grocery items like dairy and vegetables. Clients later are able to customize their own menus using the same range of foods. Members begin using a menu with three or four days each of non-program foods once they have reached the "halfway point" to their weight goals. Source: <span style="font-family: sans-serif,helvetica,sans-serif;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Craig Matt Ryba **

Dr. Ian Fat Smash Diet

How it works:** Phase 1 is the detox where you basically eat vegetarian for 9 days. Phase 2 is the foundation where you do this for 3 weeks add more meats and increase exercise. Phase 3 is the Construction phase which is 4 weeks long you add more foods such as breads and pasta and start toning up. The 4th and last phase is The Temple which is the remainder on the 90 days you can start including the other foods but in limited amount and execrise for 1hr 5 days weekly. Side effects: None

Well I think that this diet will work if you follow it correctly. Also I have seen Dr.Ian on celebrity fit club so I seen some of the results he's done with the celebrities.

http://www.everydiet.org/diet/fat-smash-diet

Lakeshia Evans

=Special K Diet=

How it works: Eat a serving of some kind of Kellogs Special K such as Special K Red Berries and Special K Fruit and Berries with 2/3 cups of Skim milk for two meals every day. For snacks, either eat fruits or vegetables or a Special K Bar. Then, eat the third meal of the day as you normally would as well as drinking the normal beverages that you drink.

How Fast: They claim that you can lose 6 pounds in two weeks, but one researcher saw that the average weight loss was 4.4 pounds in two weeks.

ISide effects: None

My thoughts: I think this diet would work, but I do not think it is a diet that will keep you filled up. I believe that after a bowl of cereal for two meals, you will be hungry quicker, and would want to snack more. If you just snack on the fruits and vegetables and possibly a Special K bar, the diet will work. My mom is currently trying out this diet, and has seen some results. She lost about 5 pounds from it in 2 weeks.

source: http://www.diet-blog.com/archives/2006/03/09/special_k_diet_cereal_for_weight_loss.php

Abby Barra