Sonoma Diet
Diet that concentrates on what you eat, not on what you can't eat.
BACKGROUND
The trend for destination-inspired weight loss plans continues to grow with the foreign-born Sonoma Diet, inspired by the Mediterranean lifestyle. The Sonoma Diet has received consistent approval from both doctors and experts. Not focused on just losing unwanted pounds, the Sonoma Diet promotes results through food, wine and weight loss, with evident results in only 10 days. Sonoma Diet followers will quickly see that this regimen is not based on deprivation. Instead, you'll lose weight and better your health all while enjoying your favorite wine and flavorful foods. Sonoma has three waves, or phases. You'll start by removing sugars, processed flour products and other unhealthy foods in Wave 1. You'll focus on health and pleasure in Wave 2, where you'll remain until you reach your weight goal.
You'll conclude with Wave 3, where you'll maintain your diet by consuming Sonoma-approved meals and treating yourself to snacks and desserts from time-to-time. While portion size has long been linked to the size of our waistlines, your meals on the Sonoma Diet will focus on large amounts of vegetables and grains and trimmed with lean meats. The Sonoma Diet suggests at breakfast using a 7" plate or two-cup bowl and a 9" plate for lunch and dinner.
PRO
- Available in print and online
- Sonoma dieters can go online to receive a personalized diet plan
- Offers more than 500 recipes
- Several online tools including a meal planner and weight tracker, as well as an online community
CON
- Too easy on exercise
DIET and NUTRITION
Some of the foods supported by the Sonoma Diet are almonds, olive oil, fruits like blueberries, grapes and strawberries and vegetables like broccoli, tomatoes and bell peppers.
Individuals following the Sonoma Diet will enjoy a variety of foods throughout the day. Start breakfast with whole grain cereal and milk. Follow with a flavorful lunch like wild rice salad and chicken with hummus and carrots. Quench mid-day cravings with whole wheat pita, cucumbers and yogurt sauce. Pork chops, Brussels sprouts, whole grain bread and fresh fruit will make for a filling dinner, complimented with red wine. The Sonoma Diet will even allow you indulge in an apple-blueberry tart as a sweet after-dinner treat.
EXERCISE
The plan goes easy on exercise. If you aren't crazy about it, start slow by simply walking and tracking your progress.
CONCLUSION
While the Sonoma Diet has some restrictions, it's nice to see a plan that centers on the food you get to indulge in. It creates a positive atmosphere that is more conducive to long-term change. While the plan doesn't stress exercise enough, people should already know that it's an important aspect of healthy living and can be proactive and find ways to exercise on their own.
Common Misspellings
onoma Deit, Sanoma Diet, Senoma Diet, Sonome
Related Diets: Red Wine Diet, Saint-Tropez Diet, The Advanced Mediterranean Diet, Mediterranean Diet, The French Don't Diet Plan
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I have to agree with Jill. It doesn't feel like a diet, but a wondeful way to live. I've never eaten so well in my life. The recipes are simple but super flavorful. Once you learn some basics, you can make it your own.
Yo man, this diet aint cool...
this is the best i've ever eaten, diet or no. and i lost 5 pounds in wave one. i'm just starting wave two, and i'm really happy with the diet.
Been on Sonoma for 2 years now and I love it. When I first started I did so with the book and then joined the online group for my first 3 months. It gave me support and answered questions I had.
Now I'm following a modified version. It isn't a diet but a livestyle. What is so great is that when you "mess up" it is so easy to come back to!
I have a couple of questions about the Sonoma diet. The recipes call for "kosher salt." Can I use a low-sodium salt (lite or nu-salt) instead? Also, what about soy milk? Where does it fit in. Thank you.
I think this is a great diet. It's healthy and wholesome, and I lost 9 pounds in the first week. After the first 20 days the weight loss does slow down, but it continues at a comfortable and healthy pace. I also feel more energetic and happier, whereas other diets make me feel cranky and like I'm starving. It's also well adaptable for vegetarians like me!
I don't even consider this a diet - it's a nutritious, positive way of eating and taking control of your life!
Sonoma is one of the best Mediterranean weight-loss programs available. Dr. Gutterson DOES recommend regular physical activity, but refers you elsewhere if you need details on exercise. -Steve Parker, M.D., author of "The Advanced Mediterranean Diet:
Yes, I love this diet! You can easily do this. I love it.
Now this is a diet I could live with! Food, Wine and Weightloss I love it. Has anyone done the online Sonoma Diet? I think I might buy the book first.
Who knew my favorite things would help me lose weight? Wine! Food! Yeah! All the foods sound so fresh and delicious. :)
Get started already! I couldn't be happier with Sonoma. Easy to follow, tasty and it doesn't feel restrictive. I'm wearing pants I'd long given up on. I did buy the book- it's a great.
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