South Beach Diet Supercharged
Take this popular low carb diet to the next level.
BACKGROUND
The South Beach Diet has just gotten a makeover. The new and improved South Beach Diet is encapsulated in the book The South Beach Diet Supercharged: Faster Weight Loss and Better Health for Life. South Beach Diet mastermind and leading cardiologist, Dr. Agatston, is now helping Americans make smarter changes in the way they eat and exercise so that they will lead healthier, fit and longer lives. In addition to his trademark eating plan, he and exercise physiologist, Dr. Signorile, have created a three-phased workout regimen that mirrors Phase 1, 2 and 3 of the South Beach Diet. New meal plans, expanded recipes, the latest on nutrition research and inspiring South Beach Diet success stories are also part of this Supercharged plan.
This expanded version contains a more flexible eating plan and a new exercise plan that is designed to supercharge your metabolism and shed pounds.
PRO
- The South Beach Diet Supercharged emphasizes clean and wholesome eating
- Encourages interval exercising, which is effective and time-efficient
- Includes practical tips and resources for cooking and preparing meals, going out to dinner and exercising.
- Includes more vegetarian-friendly recipes and 40 new recipes
CON
- The South Beach Diet Supercharged includes some inaccurate nutrition assertions
- Many of the South Beach Diet already-prepared foods contain artificial sugars which can have a laxative effect
DIET and NUTRITION
If you're already familiar with the South Beach Diet then you'll be delighted at the newly expanded food selections, which include 40 new recipes and two full weeks of all-new meal plans for Phase 1 and 2.
The overall plan of the South Beach Diet has not changed with this updated version. The emphasis on lean proteins, low-starch veggies, and low-fat dairy still comprises the crux of this diet.
Similar to the initial South Beach Diet, you will eat three meals a day and small snacks when needed. The plan is also split into its two trademark phases. Phase 1 is the stricter phase, allowing you to only eat low glycemic veggies, lean proteins and small amounts of fat. Phase 1, which lasts two weeks, is followed by Phase 2, which adds a bit more leniency to what you can eat. Whole grains, fruit and alcohol are allowed in addition to all of the foods in Phase 1, but only in moderation.
Phase 1 of Supercharged includes more meat, poultry, vegetables, beverages, desserts, soy foods, legumes, healthy fats, and prepared foods. Phase 2 includes everything in Phase 1, plus more fruits, starches, and a little alcohol.
Even if you're a vegetarian or a picky eater, you can customize your own meatless menu.
EXERCISE
The South Beach Diet Supercharged exercise program combines both high intensity and low intensity interval exercise focusing on a 10-week walking program. In addition, there are 27 strengthening and toning exercises that help you build muscle and develop a more defined look. The exercise section comes with photos and instructions.
The newly-devised exercises are intended to be done on most days of the week. They are a 20-minute daily investment on your part. Accompanying the book, the South Beach DVD, can also be purchased.
CONCLUSION
Maybe it's part genius marketing and part sound nutrition, but many people have had luck losing weight with the South Beach Diet. Its new supercharged version is updated with new meals, information and an exercise plan, a key component of any weight loss regimen that was missing in the previous South Beach Diet editions. Its emphasis on arming you with information on how to make longstanding behavioral changes when it comes to eating and exercise is the mark of any successful healthy lifestyle plan that keeps you fit for the long run.
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I don't know why anyone would say that this diet is dangerous...
I think it is very healthy and effective.
Even my children likes some of the foods I prepare from the recepies.
I believe if someone is worried about the sugar substitutes then just skip the dessert!
this diet is dangerous!
I am in my 60's and overweight. I am about to remarry in a few months and am determined to lose weight to look and feel better. I too want to live to see my grandchildren.
Well how do you eat better if you can't afford to purchase the food now days???
Stacey, Stacey, Stacey, GET A LIFE. You sound like someone I know. She is not happy in her life, but wants everyone to think she is. So you need to work on your problems and stop putting others down to make yourself feel better.
I must say that the SBD really works, but in order for it to work, I really had to make up in my mind that I really wanted it to. What ever one's situation(s) may be, bottom line is you can only lose weight for you. Which is why 3 years ago I decided to take the SBD on with full force and wow!! after 1 1/2 years I droped half my size, going from 265 pounds at a size 26 to 173 pounds at a size 12. You're probably wondering if I kept it off. Well, the answer is no! and it wasn't because the SBD didn't work, it was because I didn't utilize the important tools that was provided for me over the course of my SB journey. However, today is another day and like the book says " If you fall off, pick yourself up and start over" repeat phase 1 repeatedlty if you have to. That's what I'm doing and I've already lost over 13 pounds. The only difference is that this time I decided to bring a few friends along the journey with me from my job.
One thing that I forgot to mention to Stacey E was, that it is a shame that you have to out down the moral of others with projected thoughts and feelings. Only one person can judge and the last I checked his/her name was not StaceyE. It would be fair to say that you are entitled to your opinion, but please don't preach it as if it were gospel because it definitely is not. And please keep in mind that, not all fat people are fat due to laziness and not all skinny people are skinny because they eat right. I've seen many unhealthy skinny individuals in my days and my fair share of healthy over weight people as well.
i did this diet and lost 54 pounds in a year and a half. I also exercised at the gym. It does work, but you have got to follow it and not cheat.
I am 27 5'4" and I weight 220 lbs and I was not always fat I stoped eating right and setting limits for myself I used to walk everywhere and now I drive BUT I AM going to treat myself better I have children and I want despratley to see them grow up and have families of their own.
In the South Beach Supercharged article in First Magazine, it gives a sample meal plan for week 1 & 2. For lunch it indicates that one serving includes 2 cans of black beans make into a soup or stew. Is the full 2 can recipe really just for one person for one lunch? It seelsm like it is alot of food. That is what the article indicates also?
In the First Magazine this month it has an article on the SB Turbocharged diet. It gives a sample mean plan for week 1 & 2. For lunch it is a black bean soup/step and includes 2 regular sized cans of black beans. The menu indicates that that is for 1 person for 1 meal. Is that true? That is alot of food and over 600 calories. Thanks.
SBD Supercharged ! I plan on purchasing the book this weekend. I know the SBD works just need some motivation on getting back on track. You see...next month I celebrate my quit. (ex smoker) Before I quit smoking I was on the SBD and lost 26 pound in less than 6 months. I maintained the weight loss for over two years. Needless to say when I quit the Nic...I replaced it for food. Yikes..all the weight has came back. So...any ideas on how I can get motivated? I refuse to light up....anyone here wanna give me a kick in the butt to get me started ?? LOL I know I CAN DO IT ! I know IT WORKS ! SOUTH BEACH IS THE WAY TO GO !!!!
How do vegetarians fare on this diet? Have not bought the book to get started but wondered if veggie dogs and burgers are allowed?
I think it is so ignorant to stero type people that are over weight. Some do eat right and exercise and yet are still over weight. Until you are in an overweight person's shoes i think you should keep you arogant opionions to yourself stacy e the only one who has the right to judge is God and I don't think you are him so shut up!!!!
Stacy E, maybe some people are overweight because they don't exercise, but not all. I am overweight and exercise six days a week, an hour (minimum) a day and never lost any weight. Granted, I wasn't eating what I was supposed to, but I can tell you from my own experience that exercise isn't the key for me. I enjoy exercise so I do it, but I'm not fat because I'm lazy!
Stacy E is right yet quite WRONG!! Not everyone has the same body type or metabolism. I suffer from thyroid disease - I train for marathon walking and didn't lose an ounce and sensible eating didn't help. With the South Beach Diet everything came together for my body and medical condition. If it works for you go for it - but know your body and don't let blanket statements govern your life - it is what it is.
I have seen a registered dietician that was was surprised to learn that the food pyramid isn't a one size fits all. I do excercise and eat well; but if I even lean just a litlle more on the carbs I gain immediately. So blanket statements implying tat overweight people don't do as others think they should are somewhat ignorant.
sorry, guys, Stacy E is right, and I'm 5'2" and 220 lbs. We have to admit it, and then get it right!
How would you know what overweight people are eating Stacy E.? Are you God and watching us all the time. Get off your high horse!
The South Beach Diet wasn't initially meant for people to lose weight. Actually most people who go on "diets" aren't willing to work for results, so not having to exercise is perfect for the majority of people. I find it interesting that so many people mention the exercise, and the lack of specific foods in the first two weeks, when if the people going on the diet were actually eating all of the fruits and vegetables they were supposed to in the first place, they wouldn't be going on a diet. Most people are overweight because they don't exercise, or they don't eat properly. Funny how the only criticisms of this diet are that he doesn't pound the idea of exercise into your head. Or that, how shocking, for two weeks you can't eat fruit. Like overweight people are following the food pyramid in the first place.
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