Best Diet Reviews
This page was built to compare, review and rate some of the most known diets and weight loss programs available on the internet. Because there is a large amount of worthless weight loss programs with big names and lot of advertising, who’s prices are varying from tens to hundreds of dollars. Also there are some who work, and few who actually work very well. The point is to cut through the hypes and unrealistic promises and find out which one works, and how, and which one are the overpriced gimmicks.
I never thought that losing weight can be such a demanding task, frustrating and confusing in the same time. I wish i had found an honest reviews site when i first started my researches in the jungle of weight loss products. But learning through experience is a very valuable lesson in itself, and now i can tell for sure what works and what don’t. And if you are like me, you wouldn’t give up until you lose that belly fat and finally improve your look and overall feeling.
I will start with those who tried them personally , or someone very close to me, so you will have a first hand testimony.
So here are my honest weight loss programs reviews:
Fat Loss For Idiots
Called also The Shifting Calories Method, this diet has gained a well worth good name in the weight loss world. Is not a low carb diet, not a low fat diet and not a low calorie diet. Is a completely new way of eating, different from anything you’ve seen so far. And is working because it keeps your metabolism to adjust to the amount of food you are eating. Excerpt from the site:
“If you begin eating 2,500 calories per day than your metabolism will adjust itself so that your body begins burning 2,500 calories per day!
If you try to starve yourself by suddenly eating 1,000 calories per day then your metabolism will again adjust itself so that body begins to burn only 1,000 calories per day. That’s why you have failed in your past dieting attempts, that’s why you always seem to fail when you try and starve yourself.”
Pro: Is working right from the beginning, and if you stick with the instructions you lose 9 pounds every 11 days. Promote healthy eating habits, even more, eating as much as you want and what ever you like. Best working as a long term diet.
Against: not really found something. You may get over confident about your weight loss and skip some phases, which will stop your progress. The key is to follow the exact instructions until you reach your weight loss goals.
Overall: A very good weight loss program and you can start right now.
The Truth About Abs
The Truth About Abs is an excellent weight loss program that combine a healthy diet with very effective exercises, resulting in a steady, satisfactory weight loss. The founder of this program is a well known Certified Nutrition Specialist and Certified Personal Trainer, Mike Geary, so you are in good hands. His success in the weight loss and fitness area is a guarantee that his program is one of the best honest working programs out there, with one condition: to go it it till the end!
Pro: Is the best formula for a constantly and lasting weight loss. The diet is fair enough, and the workouts are not so though as they seem to be, but never the less they work exactly how they suppose to.
Against: Well, not everybody has the time or the conditions to follow through with this weight loss system. No matter how good the exercises are, if you cannot do them, the success is cut to half.
Overall: If you are willing to try some reasonable physical effort, the rewards will be beyond your wildest dreams. Is definitely a “go for it” weight loss program.
Atkins Diet
The Atkins Diet is the most well known of the low-carbohydrate diets. The diet was created in the 70s by Dr Robert C. Atkins more information can be found in the book ‘Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution’ which is a reworking of the 70’s original. To follow the diet you cut out most of your carbohydrate intake but you can eat as much fat and proteins as you want while still losing weight.
Pro: It works, at least at the beginning. You can try it for free.
Against: Is a diet high in cholesterol and saturated fat, can create constipation and is low on fiber and fresh fruits and vegetables.
Overall: Not a healthy diet for a long run weight loss.
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Not personally tried but very carefully researched diets, in a random order:
Top Secret Fat Loss Secret
Once again a diet that makes a breakthrough by approaching the weight loss from an absolutely new angle. Top Secret Fat Loss Secret actually works by removing the hidden reason of stomach fat and gaining weight in the first place, then applying a healthy, rich in nutrients diet. Is based on the same method i posted in my Secret Weapon page, so is nothing but a great booster for your metabolism and weight loss goals.
Pro: Can bring serious improvement to your overall health and help you lose weight effortlessly.
Against: Can seem a bit extreme with all the scary pictures and videos, making people running away, but if you succeed to grasp the idea, this method can make the difference for you.
Overall: If nothing else worked for you so far, at least you will know the reasons and is worth trying it.
Weight Watchers
Weight Watchers is a points based system whereby points are assigned for each food based on fat, fiber and calorie content and each person is set a points target for each day and they can eat any variety of food that adds up to that total, each person is responsible for meeting their own targets.
Pro: A safe diet promoting healthy foods and strong track results due to effective support groups.
Against: Weight loss is very slow and not everybody can participate in weekly meetings.
Overall: a good, strong diet for long term weight loss, especially for those who enjoy group support.
South Beach Diet
South Beach Diet works on the idea that carbs cause weight gain, which is similar to the Atkins diet, however the South Beach diet does not eliminate carbs completely. You eat 3 healthy balanced meals a day and snacks are allowed, however, by eating the right kinds of foods you will feel fuller for longer.
Pro - Is a healthy balanced diet improving cholesterol and insulin levels, easy to maintain as you don’t have to exercise.
Against - Is not possible for everyone to find the time for cooking and can be limiting if you don’t like diaries.
Overall: A good diet with a steady weight loss percent, promoting healthy eating habits and the lowest drop out rates.
Cabbage Soup Diet
Cabbage Soup Diet was first created for patients recovering from surgery. During the cabbage soup diet you can eat as much cabbage soup as you want throughout the whole seven days. Some additional foods have been added to the recent versions of this diet.
Pro - Perfect for quick weight loss after holiday season, this one week diet will help you lose weight.
Against - Does not meets body’s nutrients needs, can have some short term side effects like headaches, weakness and decreased concentration and weight loss is only temporary.
Overall: Not a viable diet for those who wants to lose more than a few pounds at the time, and not recommended for people with health conditions.
Slim Fast Diet
SlimFast is a meal replacement diet that relies on two SlimFast shakes for breakfast and lunch and a normal meal for dinner. Each SlimFast shake has about 240 calories and with a normal meal the diet should have a daily intake of 1000-1200 calories.
Pro - One of the simplest diets on the market with fast weight loss results and real food to eat.
Against - Is expensive and does not promote a healthy eating habit.
Overall: Is a good options for serious obese persons who want to lose weight fast, but not a viable diet for long term dieters.
Mediterranean Diet
Mediterranean Diet is adapted after Mediterranean people’s eating habits and lifestyle who are known for the low numbers of chronic disease and higher life expectancy despite a high fat diet. The main source of fat in the Mediterranean area is olive oil. Olive oil is made of 70% simple unsaturated fatty acids, which have been noted to increase HDL (good cholesterol) and decrease LDL (bad cholesterol). Fish is also eaten several times weekly as there is an abundant supply available from the nearby Mediterranean sea. This is an excellent source of Omega 3 fatty acids.
Pro - A very healthy diet in all aspects generally recommended by health experts.
Against - Weight loss is kind of slow and daily exercising can be demanding for modern busy lifestyle.
Overall: An excellent diet and ideal healthy lifestyle if you want to lose weight and stay healthy.
The Zone Diet
The Zone Diet was created by Barry Sears, PhD. This is a low carbohydrate that claims to balance protein and carbohydrates and fats in a 40%-30%-30% ratio. It is meant to optimize the bodies metabolic function by regulating blood sugar levels.
Pro - Steady weight loss if followed exactly, a good diet rich in fruits and low starch vegetable and low in saturated fats.
Against - Time consuming, complicated and scientific, also eliminates some highly nutritious foods and is low in whole grain and calcium.
Overall: A safe diet but hard to follow and most weight loss is due to the low calorie intake.
