| Pritikin Diet and Weight Loss Programs for Healthier Living | ||
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The Pritikin program, considered by many to be the world’s most respected diet program, helps people achieve weight loss through low-fat eating and exercise. One of the biggest problems faced by | |
| dieters is maintaining willpower while feeling ravenously hungry. The Pritikin program has developed the solution to this problem called the “Pritikin Calorie Density Solution.” | ||
The basic idea is to eat foods that are filling and satisfying throughout the day, rather than, for example, a couple of low-fat cookies that have no staying power. The program teaches dieters about the “Science of Alliance,” in which they develop skills in creating delicious, satisfying meals by blending low-calorie foods with just a touch of high-calorie flavor, such as olive oil or guacamole. The Pritikin plan focuses on wholesome, natural foods for both weight loss and long-term health benefits. It promotes the large consumption of vegetables and fresh fruit (not juice) daily. Carbohydrates may be eaten, but in their unprocessed, natural state. Severe restrictions are placed on refined sweets. The diet limits protein to 10-20% of daily intake, with strict limitations on saturated fats. The consumption of seafood, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, is encouraged, followed by skinless chicken and lean red meat. The Pritikin Longevity Center and Spa, located in Florida, is a well-known component of the Pritikin program. The center offers 1, 2, 3 or 4 week programs that combine low-fat eating with structured exercise. The programs can be customized for individuals who wish to lose weight and adopt a healthier lifestyle, or for people with health problems such as heart disease, diabetes or high cholesterol. The programs also offers cooking school and educational workshops covering subjects such as nutrition, stress management, cutting fat, supermarket shopping and the best foods for optimal energy. Each participant has relaxing consultations with a physician on the premises, who will review the person’s complete health history including a blood chemistry profile which measures glucose, cholesterol and triglyceride levels. The physician will also conduct a physical exam, including a treadmill stress test, to design a personalized exercise program. Participants attend customized cardiovascular, weight training and flexibility exercise classes on a daily basis. Massages, exfoliation, aromatherapy and other treats are offered at the center’s luxurious spa. |
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