P.O.R.N. Diets

I am coining this term as I feel some of the diets out there are so radical they need to be discussed in one place.

We here from our favorite celebrities daily and some of us live for this. We follow them on Twitter, talk about them on Bebo and MySpace or e mail each other about them especially when a new diet is talked about.

There have been some over the top radical diets in the past like the 'Air diet', not a very popular one for obvious reasons unlike the 'Chocolate' diet. Then there is the more main stream 'Atkins' diet or 'The Dash Diet' or even 'The South Beach Diet'. All have there plus and minus points and their advocates and nay sayers as well.

The trick when it comes to diets if there is a trick in selecting one would be to thoroughly research the topic. The mere fact that there literally are thousands of diets commercially available shown on television, billboards or even your local Chemist shop.

Here will be many, many articles pertaining to the topic of P.O.R.N. Diets circulating our media and your opinion on them is most welcome. Maybe you have been on one and would like to praise it or maybe warn others away from it. Whatever you may like to share, diet related, please do.

Friday, March 27, 2009

How to Incorporate a Diet Meal Plan with Wu Yi Tea Part II

By Caitlin Ryan

If you are ready to feel fantastic and look amazing, I have a wu yi oolong weight loss menu that tastes fantastic. The key to eating healthfully is to be creative in the kitchen. I have some great ideas to get you started!

Okay, let us go over a basic meal plan using wu yi tea, lean proteins, whole grains, veggies, fruit and nonfat dairy. You will lose weight on a very satisfying meal plan that is healthy and delicious, AND you will be able to follow this way of eating for life to maintain your weight.

Ideas for breakfast: one poached egg on a piece of wholegrain toast (no spread) with diced tomatoes, herbs and/or pepper sauce OR cup whole grain cereal with strawberries, bananas and " cup nonfat milk. Eat either breakfast choice alongside a mug of wu yi tea with fresh lemon juice.

The idea is to use either lean protein or a whole grain for the base of your breakfast and add veggies or fruit. Can you think of another way of achieving this? How about a piece of whole grain toast with a bit of Dijon mustard, two slices of deli chicken or turkey and some marinated mushroom leftovers from the night before? Veggies, fruits and whole grains contain fiber, which is an excellent way to start your day and lose weight!

You will not go hungry while following this wu yi diet plan because you will have a snack about two hours after breakfast and another two hours after lunch. Always include a lean protein with fruit or veggies. One of my favorites is a small, nonfat yogurt with a teaspoon of flaxseed mixed in the yogurt.

You can have a handful of almonds with a bowl of fresh berries. A bowl of fresh strawberries with a dab of nonfat vanilla yogurt is fantastic. Remember to drink your wu yi (oolong) tea throughout the day either hot or iced.

For lunch, use a handful of pre-washed baby lettuces or spring greens and add some lean protein and lots of veggies for flavor. Lean protein choices include fish, turkey, chicken or even garbanzo beans. You need about two ounces (a bit smaller than a deck of cards).

What is key in weight loss? Planning! Cook a piece of lean protein the night before to use with your salad the next day. You can simply prepare an extra piece at dinner time! You can prep veggies the night before as well!

How will you flavor your salad? Not with creamy dressings! These add LOADS of calories and you will not lose weight. Try lemon juice or balsamic vinegar. Pepper sauce is another interesting choice. Have refreshing glass of iced wu yi tea with an herbal berry tea added.

Your evening meal should be lean protein (your choice), side veggies with salad, and a small serving of whole grain such as couscous or brown rice. Quinoa is another lovely side dish. Try marinating your lean protein choice with a bit of olive oil mixed with herbs, garlic, onion, lemon juice and vinegar.

Am I forgetting anything? Oh yes! Dessert! Whether you are a salty or sweet (or both) type person, you should allow your taste buds a little treat now and again to stave off that binge monster.

If you enjoy sweet treats (like me), try my favorite: a mug of herbal vanilla and wu yi tea with a dark chocolate square (70% cacao). Maybe a bowl of berries with sugar-free whipped topping is your style. If you love salty snacks, skip the greasy chips and have some popcorn with pepper flakes!

Enjoying healthy food is very important if you want to lose weight. Drinking wu yi oolong tea is a very flavorful experience and your meals should complement this lovely tea.

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