Eating Well for Optimum Health
Dr. Andrew Weil's custom diet plan
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BACKGROUND
Dr. Andrew Weil's 8-week plan, Eating Well for Optimum Health, follows the idea that food has medicinal benefits. Fresh foods that provide complete nutrients are encouraged while eliminating unhealthy choices like pre-packaged, manufactured foods.
FOOD & RECIPE
Men and women have a daily caloric intake of between 2,000 and 3,000 determined by weight and amount of exercise. At least half of your nutrients should be unprocessed carbs, with thirty percent from fat and no more than 20 percent from protein.
The 30 percent of your diet made of fat should consist of one-part each polyunsaturated and saturated fats and two-parts monounsaturated fat. Eat dairy items like cheese and butter in moderation. Start eating more fish, walnuts, soy, poultry without skin and eggs. Completely remove fried food from your diet.
The 20 percent of your diet made of protein should be accomplished more so with vegetables than animal products.
Whole grains and fresh produce can provide your daily fiber of forty grams. Consume at least six servings of water daily.
Eating Well for Optimum Health encourages "good carbs," like fresh produce, whole grains and legumes. Limit sugar.
EXERCISE
Dr. Weil's program provides activities that can help your mind, body, and spirit feel revitalized.
EXPENSE
Dr. Weil's My Optimum Health Plan is just $4 a week, billed quarterly (every 13 weeks), with a four-week minimum commitment.
PRO
It's a great alternative for people who prefer the idea of alternative health choices.
CON
None
CONCLUSION
Are you skeptical of the establishment food industry and all the confusing packaging? Dr. Weil is one of the leading experts in natural and alternative health.
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Jenna S.: I have followed a few of Dr. Andrew Weil's plans and I have loved them all. A great way to deit and stay away from pre-packaged and manufactured foods.
Sandy Leigh: Yep- all that boxed dinner stuff will really wiegh you down. Fresh is where it's at! This is a really easy diet to follow.
Maria Perez: Is there any explanation on the foods that meet the fat requirement? I'm not sure what are polyunsat and whatare sat fats. thanks :)
