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Check
out these 7 tips to help you find success on the South Beach
Diet.
#1 Steam Your Vegetables:
While some people rave about roasting and sautéing
vegetables when time is tight, I suggest steaming them. Steaming
vegetables in a rice cooker is incredibly simple and very
fast. Plus, more nutrients are stored in the vegetable to
help your body function better.
#2
Walnuts are Great Option for Nut/Seed Allotment:
All nuts provide a good source of protein, fiber and healthy
fats. But walnuts are especially high in healthy omega-3 oils.
You can enjoy up to 15 walnuts each day as part of your nut/seed
allotment. If you dont like walnuts, try flaxseed. It is also
a great source of omega-3s and can be spread like sugar on
your breakfest or or even mixed in with water.
#3
Be Selective on Salad Dressings:
With salad dressings, you'll need to really start examinging
the nutritional facts panel on each jar. Try to find dressings
that have less thatn 3 grams of sugar per 2 tablespoon serving.
#4
Avoid Condiments with Added Sugar:
While ketchup and other condiments adds great flavor to food,
many of them have a large amount of added sugar for better
taste. Find condiments that do not include added sugar or
unhealthy transfats. Some condiments to avoid due to large
amounts of added sugar: Ketchup, Salsas and Steak sauces.
Try extra-virgin olive oil for a pure non-sugar method for
good taste.
#5
Avoid Butter and Try Margarine:
While margarine may not have a good reputation, it is a healthier
choice for South Beach dieters. Margarine is made from vegetable
oil and most types are trans-fat free while butter, made from
animal fats is high in saturated fats. However, not all margarine
is the same. Only buy the trans-fat-free liquid or tub margarine.
Avoid the stick margarine as it often includes trans-fats
to improve texture and maintain a longer shelf life.
#6
Avoid Protein that is High in Saturated Fats:
Many protein sources are high in saturated fats and should
be avoided when you are on the South Beach Diet. Examples
are: prime rib, chicken and turkey pieces with the skin (as
well as dark meat), duck and goose. A great source of lean
protein is fish which is nautrally lower in saturated fat
and can help satisfy hunger and keep your blood sugar levels
steady.
#7
Use Oatmeal or Pumpernickel Break for Workout Energy:
Looking for a carb energy boost right before a workout? Try
using a low-GI carb such as oatmeal or pumpernickel bread
a few hours before you exercise. Your body will have a chance
to process the carb and will provide you the energy boost
at the right time.
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