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Overweight and obesity are the most serious and prevalent nutritional disorders in the US. There are well-established relations between excess body weight and such medical conditions as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and osteoarthritis. Whereas 29% of men and 44% of women in US describe themselves at any given time as trying to lose weight, only about 20% report restricting caloric intake and increasing physical activity at the same time, in spite of recommendations that such an approach is effective.

Dr. Ahmed’s weight loss program consists of both a very low carbohydrate diet and regular exercise. People who use low carb diets lose significantly more weight in a six month period, compared to individuals who follow a low-fat and low-calorie diets, suggested by a medical weight loss center. Refined carbs are the main cause of weight gain. Large amounts of carbs results in high blood sugar, stimulating an overproduction of insulin. High levels of insulin have two effects on the body. One, your body diverts whatever food you consume into fat. Two, it prevents your body from burning the fat stores for energy. The combination will make you fat and tired. When you have a high insulin level, it sends a signal to your hypothalamus stimulating a hunger response to eat more carbs. This cycle is a continuous process. To break the cycle, decrease your carb intake, allowing you to lose weight. Increasing protein intake stimulates the production of growth hormone which tells your body to build muscle and moderate production of fat processing insulin. Eat small frequent meals, because large meals increase the production of insulin. The smaller the meal you take in, the lower your insulin and the leaner you will be.

Dr. Ahmed’s Nutritional Principals Do’s:

Start each day with a good breakfast providing about 30% of your daily intake of calories, a choice of omelet, eggs, fresh vegetables and fruits

Eat 4-5 small meals a day

Eat larger meals earlier in the day and smaller meals in the evening

Eat a portion of vegetables for 3 meals a day

Eat tomatoes, broccoli, eggplant, mushrooms, asparagus, beets, brussel sprouts, cabbage, green beans, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, lettuce, spinach, and olives

Eat foods with a low glycemic index including strawberries, blueberries, peaches, cherries, plums and raspberries

Eat lean protein with every meal

Eat lean red meat, lamb, turkey, chicken breast without the skin, eggs, baked cod, cottage cheese, beef jerky, and soy bean products

Eat seafood like pink salmon, tuna, lobster, shrimp, and flounder

For snacks, eat foods like cucumbers, lemons, sugar free Jell-O, or light popcorn

Drink at least 8-12 glasses (about 2 liters) of water a day

Consume 1000 to 1500 calories per day

Plan your meals in advance, along with your grocery list

Dr. Ahmed’s Nutritional Principals Don’t:

Do not skip a meal

Avoid frozen and canned foods

Do not eat processed starches such as pasta, bread, cereal, and pastries

Do not eat vegetables such as potatoes, corn, beans, peas, and avocados

Do not eat fruits like mangos, pears, watermelon, and bananas

Do not drink fruit juices, sodas, beer, or wine coolers

Do not eat sugar for the first few days; then restrict sugar intake to < 30 grams a day; you may substitute with Splenda

No flour, milk or dairy products

Avoid late night snacks, almost all foods you eat before you go to bed turn into fat

Limit carb intake to 20 grams the l 3 days, then increase to 30 grams a day

Avoid desserts for the first 2 weeks

Bodyfocusspa center’s first 2 weeks of any diet plan is usually the most difficult to follow. With self-discipline, will-power, and patience, you will begin to see the fat melt away. You may feel slightly tired and weak during the first week of Dr. Ahmed’s diet plan; however, these symptoms are temporary and soon afterwards you will have increased energy levels. If you cheat, exercise or walk immediately afterwards. Lapses or temporary setbacks are considered a normal part of any lifestyle change and should be considered a learning experience rather than a sign of failure. If a lapse occurs, explore the reasons for it.

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