A. Johansson, a doctor from Sweden, devoted most of her life to finding a solution to the problem of excess weight. As a result, she created a diet of 6 petals with a menu for every day, which can help almost everyone to bring their figure back to normal. Interesting? Today's article will reveal all the secrets of this technique.
Basic principles of the diet 6 petals
Anna's technique is based on the inclusion of only one type of food in the diet throughout the day. At the same time, all sweets will have to be excluded in order to force the body to draw energy from its own sources.
The name identifies the chamomile flower with its petals, only painted in different colors, depending on the food chosen.
Here are the basic principles of Petals:
- this is a mono-diet designed for 6 days, where during each of them you can eat only 1 type of food;
- Guaranteed daily weight loss from 500 to 800 grams. If you need to get rid of 3 to 5 kg, you will definitely not count them in a week;
- during these 6 days it is important not to mix proteins with carbohydrates, that is, eat separately;
- the amount of food should be limited - no more than 500 g of protein, up to 1. 5 kg of plant foods and up to 300 g of cereals;
- it is strictly forbidden to add sugar to dishes, only salt and not too spicy spices are allowed. On days of protein nutrition, you can eat not only meat and fish, but also broths based on them;
- it is allowed to drink liquid in unlimited volumes, but not less than 2 liters of pure water. Tea is allowed up to 4 cups, and coffee can be drunk without adding cream and sugar.
Important: you can not use this technique for a longer time and no more than 2 times a year.
You have access to self-development of the menu for the 6th day with the fulfillment of all the requirements of the diet. The dish must be divided into 5 equal servings that you will need to eat during the day.
A positive effect is achieved by avoiding the interchange of proteins with carbohydrates.
The main advantages of the diet include the following:
- There is no need to starve.
- No need to count calories.
- There is no need to adjust to a specific time.
- The ability to get rid of a certain amount of excess weight in a short time, which depends on several factors - lifestyle, physical activity, gender and genetics. The only restriction - 2 hours before going to bed should be the last meal.
- A variety of products protects against addiction and boredom.
- No harm to the body due to a balanced diet.
But not all nutritionists agree with this because of the need to eat only one type of food during the day.
Let us now analyze the cons and contraindications of the technique for seeing the big picture and choosing the right diet:
- it is not suitable for too busy people because of the need for frequent and fractional meals;
- the diet requires sufficient funds, since the products must be of high quality and natural;
- You can not apply the diet to women during pregnancy and lactation, as well as to children and adolescents.
Another opinion of nutritionists agrees that extra pounds should leave the body slowly. The 6 petal diet leads to a rapid weight loss process. But you should also know that fat, even with the most strict diet, goes up to 150 g during the day. And the rest of the grams are water, muscles and intestinal contents.
If you follow all the rules, go in for physical education, do not smoke or drink alcohol in excessive amounts, and of course, this technique is not contraindicated for you, it will only benefit you without harm to health and appearance.
Menu for every day
Having decided to go on a 6-petal chamomile diet, it is important to remember to eat only recommended foods, and these include vegetables, cottage cheese, cereals, fish, chicken and fruits. In no case should the days be interchanged - the main thing is the exact observance of all recommendations.
First day - fish mono-diet
On this day, all varieties and types of fish are allowed, including oily, but not more than half a kilogram. Cooking methods are any, except for frying. Such nutrition will saturate the body with polyunsaturated fatty acids, which have a beneficial effect on the skin, hair and nails.
Second - vegetable day
On such a day, it is allowed to eat even potatoes, including any other vegetables in stewed and baked form up to 1. 5 kg, but without adding oil. Carbohydrates, slowly absorbed by the body, help to get rid of excess weight, and fiber activates digestive processes.
Third day - chicken mono-diet
A maximum of 500 g of chicken meat is allowed to be eaten per day. Skinless breast is especially good for this. Without carbohydrates, your body will draw energy from existing fat stores.
Fourth - cereal day
On this day, choose any cereals to your taste, except for corn, but not more than 200 g in dry form. It is allowed to add wheat germ, greens, bread rolls or seeds to the finished dish.
Fifth day - cottage cheese mono-diet
Up to 0. 5 kg of cottage cheese with a fat content of not more than 5% can be eaten per day. You can drink on this day yogurt and milk up to 1. 5% fat. Your body will be filled with proteins and minerals on this day.
Sixth - fruit day
The norm during the day is 1. 5 kg and give preference to not too sweet. They can be eaten not only fresh, but also baked in the oven, freshly squeezed juice or light salads.
On the second round of the technique (possible 7 days after the completion of the first), if such a need arises, other products can be included. However, they remain the same on the designated days. For example, the first fish also includes octopus, shrimp and seaweed. Chicken is allowed to include turkey, veal or beef.
Here are some tips to get the most out of this diet:
- Chew your food slowly, enjoying every bite.
- Drink water and other liquids some time after eating.
- Long breaks between meals are not allowed.
Do not forget about the important point - a specialist consultation is required before you start putting this diet into practice, since it also has contraindications:
- period of pregnancy and lactation;
- diabetes disease (type 1 or 2);
- CCC ailments, endocrine and gastrointestinal tract;
- kidney problems and bladder stones.
You should not use this technique for weight loss in the postoperative period if the body temperature is elevated and you feel weak.
The moment of leaving the diet is also important to consolidate the result and feel good. Firstly, do not immediately jump on fried and fatty foods - for the first days, try to eat a balanced diet, and not overeat.
Secondly, the calorie content of meals should not exceed 2000 Kcal per day if you regularly engage in physical self-improvement, and 1800 Kcal if you are far from the concept of fitness.
And thirdly, make time for visiting gyms and long walks in the fresh air.
Diet recipes 6 petals
Recipes can be varied - it all depends on your imagination and love of cooking. Here are sample menus for each of the 6 days.
Fish
- Boil purchased fresh fish in water, or in a double boiler, with a little salt.
- Bake a piece of fish in the oven, wrapping in foil.
- Eat some fish broth without potatoes, carrots and onions.
- Use the steamer to cook the planned fish.
- Eat a piece of boiled fish for dinner.
Vegetable
- Shred white cabbage and season with lemon juice.
- Grate fresh carrots.
- Boil potatoes and mash.
- Grill the eggplant.
- In the evening, eat any raw vegetable.
Chicken
- Separate the skin from the carcass and boil.
- Eat the resulting broth.
- Bake a piece of chicken in the oven.
- Put out the meat.
- Boil chicken breast.
Cereal
- Oatmeal on the water with a little honey if desired.
- Millet.
- Buckwheat.
- Boiled rice (unpeeled).
- Buckwheat.
Curd
- Kefir with zero fat content (glass).
- Fat-free yogurt and a little cottage cheese.
- Cheese casserole.
- Cottage cheese (0% fat).
- Milk - 200 ml.
Fruit
- Bake 1 apple in the oven, adding a spoonful of honey.
- Kiwi and/or orange.
- Peach.
- A pineapple.
- An Apple.
Do not forget to drink plain water, mineral water and herbal teas between meals, which will also include liquids such as broths and soups.
With all the simplicity of this diet, it does not contain anything new - all the principles of separate nutrition have long been known and mastered. The main thing is not to combine proteins with carbohydrates in one meal. And don't drink water with your food.
Always choose products of high quality and natural without dyes and preservatives, eating in small portions and often. And so that after losing weight your muscles do not sag, exercise regularly.
And keep in mind that in order for the result to be fixed without returning the lost kilograms back, you need to continue to follow the rules of rational nutrition throughout your life. Only in this case you will always be fit, beautiful and satisfied with yourself.