Fat Loss via Better Science and Simplicity
It is possible to lose 20 lbs. of bodyfat in 30 days by optimizing any of three factors: exercise, diet, or drug/supplement regimen. I’ve seen the elite implementation of all three in working with professional athletes. In this post, we’ll explore what I refer to as the “slow-carb diet”.
In the last six weeks, I have cut from about 180 lbs. to 165 lbs., while adding about 10 lbs. of muscle, which means I’ve lost about 25 lbs. of fat. This is the only diet besides the rather extreme Cyclical Ketogenic Diet (CKD) that has produced veins across my abdomen, which is the last place I lose fat (damn you, Scandinavian genetics). Here are the four simple rules I followed…
Rule #1: Avoid “white” carbohydrates
Avoid any carbohydrate that is — or can be — white. The following foods are thus prohibited, except for within 1.5 hours of finishing a resistance-training workout of at least 20 minutes in length: bread, rice, cereal, potatoes, pasta, and fried food with breading. If you avoid eating anything white, you’ll be safe.
Rule #2: Eat the same few meals over and over again
The most successful dieters, regardless of whether their goal is muscle gain or fat loss, eat the same few meals over and over again. Mix and match, constructing each meal with one from each of the three following groups:
Proteins:
Egg whites with one whole egg for flavor
Chicken breast or thigh
Grass-fed organic beef
Pork
Legumes:
Lentils
Black beans
Pinto beans
Vegetables:
Spinach
Asparagus
Peas
Mixed vegetables
Eat as much as you like of the above food items. Just remember: keep it simple. Pick three or four meals and repeat them. Almost all restaurants can give you a salad or vegetables in place of french fries or potatoes. Surprisingly, I have found Mexican food, swapping out rice for vegetables, to be one of the cuisines most conducive to the “slow carb” diet.
Most people who go on “low” carbohydrate diets complain of low energy and quit, not because such diets can’t work, but because they consume insufficient calories. A 1/2 cup of rice is 300 calories, whereas a 1/2 cup of spinach is 15 calories! Vegetables are not calorically dense, so it is critical that you add legumes for caloric load.
Some athletes eat 6-8x per day to break up caloric load and avoid fat gain. I think this is ridiculously inconvenient. I eat 4x per day:
10am – breakfast
1pm – lunch
5pm – smaller second lunch
7:30-9pm – sports training
10pm – dinner
12am – glass of wine and Discovery Channel before bed
Here are some of my meals that recur again and again:
Scrambled Eggology pourable egg whites with one whole egg, black beans, and microwaved mixed vegetables
Grass-fed organic beef, pinto beans, mixed vegetables, and extra guacamole (Mexican restaurant)
Grass-fed organic beef (from Trader Joe’s), lentils, and mixed vegetables
Rule #3: Don’t drink calories
Drink massive quantities of water and as much unsweetened iced tea, tea, diet sodas, coffee (without white cream), or other no-calorie/low-calorie beverages as you like. Do not drink milk, normal soft drinks, or fruit juice. I’m a wine fanatic and have at least one glass of wine each evening, which I believe actually aids sports recovery and fat-loss. Recent research into resveratrol supports this.
Rule #4: Take one day off per week
I recommend Saturdays as your “Dieters Gone Wild” day. I am allowed to eat whatever I want on Saturdays, and I go out of my way to eat ice cream, Snickers, Take 5, and all of my other vices in excess. I make myself a little sick and don’t want to look at any of it for the rest of the week. Paradoxically, dramatically spiking caloric intake in this way once per week increases fat loss by ensuring that your metabolic rate (thyroid function, etc.) doesn’t downregulate from extended caloric restriction. That’s right: eating pure crap can help you lose fat. Welcome to Utopia.
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One week, very low cardio for now, brisk walking type LOW CARDIO. This is the only diet I have tried, and at today, day SIX!, that’s dropped me down 5lbs so fast, and I mean noticeable, pure fat loss. Keep on it guys, I know I am. I’ll keep posting progress!
I bought Tim’s 4 hour cook (I love to cook) and got inspired by his analysis of metalearning. While I’m quite overweight, I wasn’t even interested in the 4 hour body for anything other than a good read. But….I was inspired to try it out. In 2 weeks I’ve lost quite a bit of fat (but weigh only about 1 lb less).
How do I know I’ve lost fat and gained muscle? My belt now needs to be 4 inches tighter than before (each belt hole is 1 inch apart) and my old fat pants NEED a belt to stay up.
While I understand the benefits of simplicity as stated in the book, I do wish there was a bit more clarification about potential foods that are go’s or no-go’s. E.G. I’m not sure about onions, garlic, green peppers, hot peppers, celery etc. (Not looking to cheat – but onions can be great food).
One last thing. Tim discusses testosterone boosters in 4 hour body. He doesn’t mention the androsterone present in celery. I’d love to see that covered (and its appropriateness for the slow carb diet) in the next edition of 4 hour body.
Hi.. I am 27years old and I weigh 160pounds (height 158). Three years back I used to weigh (127) and from then on I am unable to loose the extra kilos I have gained.
I have tried working out at a gym as well but of no use, I have worked out for past 3months n I did not loose a single pound/a inch.
I naturally tend to eat pretty healthy stuff and I mostly prefer vegetarian. Yet, I tried dieting n all. No use at all.
No matter what I do.. I am not loosing weight. Now, out of desperation I am taking diet pills since 1 month (Xenical..) but still not effective but decided to continue for 2 more months before saying quits.
If this doesnt help.. I will have to look for other options like liposuction and blahhh. BUT PLEASEEEE… I NEED HELP… HELP ME.
Oops.. I forgot to say.. I blame this increase of weight on my activity level. Previously, I was extremly active as I was participating in sports n all during college but now I do not get time for serious stuff. All I can do is spare an hour for my gym which is not all sufficient.
Please suggest me something.. anything.. I am also thinking of getting a professional help but still not sure.
See if you can up your exercise. Walking has worked for me. I walk 3 miles per day by walking from work to train station. Also if I’m behind my weight loss goals I up the exercise by walking during my lunch hour 30 minutes out and 30 back.
I’ve also done well by eating Atkins diet bars for breakfast and lunch and a salad with chicken for dinner when I’m behind my goal of losing 1 pound a week.
I really want to lose weight
but without breads I feel always hungry, I winder if I can follow this rules but I’ll give it a try
Are you looking to the breads for their carbohydrates or the ‘starch?’
I had a sweet potato and a purple potato this morning with my ‘juice’ and I’ve felt full and satisfied this entire day!
My wife likes to have a starch with her meals, as it gives her the sense of feeling full, longer than just fruits and vegetables alone.
Adding some might help you feel full. Just a thought…
Regards,
I think, to be able to pass only reduce less fat diet, should be exercises to compensate for the body’s metabolism. We as living creatures, especially man very need a physical exercises.
Thank you
Can anyone suggest good non-animal/dairy foods for the Protein section. I am vegetarian by ethical choice and lactose intolerant by birth. Would really like to know the options.
Help!
I have been on this for one week and I have lost NOTHING!
Cold showers daily, Slow burn 40 minutes, twice per week,
Female, Age 50, 5’3″ 127 pounds, desired weight 115.
Menu:
6oz egg whites with one organic egg omelet with mushrooms, green tea with lemon juice;
coffee with stevia and cream;
lunch and dinner:
salmon, cabbage and lima beans, dressed with flax oil;
snack: lettuce with flax oil, avocado, Brazil nuts
Is the salmon, nuts or stevia the problem?
Thanks,
Marge
Marge: how much nuts? nuts are tricky–you need to limit it to 1 to 2 oz, tops.
If memory serves–Tim’s not a fan of sweeteners nor cream in coffee; i believe he recommends cinnamon (and i usually add vanilla extract) .
Personally, i’d switc out the lima for a better bean (black or kidney) and cut out the avocado (like nuts, really eats to overeat…).
Good luck!!
Thanks Day!
I thought Tim said 2 TB cream was preferable to milk.
I also thought Tim was OK with avocados.
Too good to be true!
Are there really differences among beans?
Tim says to enjoy all the avocado you want, and he describes getting guacamole frequently with his meals. Yes, there are differences between beans, but not enough to help or harm on this diet. As long as you’re getting legumes in almost every meal you are doing good. Remember this: canned kidney beans are packed in corn syrup, so don’t eat those canned. And Tim Ferriss says NO garbanzo beans (chickpeas). I don’t know why he says no to those, but I’ve avoided them in order to obey the diet.
Hi Tim! I’ve been a faithful devotee of the “bean diet” for the last few years. It’s tough for me to maintain a low-carb lifestyle but whenever the pounds start creeping up on me I get back on it for a month or so and everything evens out again. I’m very pleased with the simplicity and the results.
My question is this: lately I’ve been hearing a lot about konjac glucomannan supplements and shirataki noodles. They are described as either no-carb or low-carb. What do you know about these, and are they recommended on the “bean diet”? I have been a strict follower of the rules, never one to cheat with oatmeal or parmesan cheese or even soy sauce, so I am wondering where this konjac plant fits?
Thanks! Kristal
I think mostly what you’ve blogged about is your personal experience, which is understandable, because it worked for you.
You are also very hypocritically incorrect on many factors. I wouldn’t recommend this site to any of my clients, let alone waste the time to research your information.
I like this, provides excellent facts on how to maintain a healthy diet through out the day without under eating or over eating. The best diet you can get is eat healthy, exercise daily and portion your meals.
Ok I can’t help but notice that everyone is talking about the milk they drink and fruit they eat. Yes fruit is good for you… NO fruit is NOT a part of nor allowed on the slow carb diet.
My greatest weakness in weight loss is pizza! It is a daily battle for me!
I have the same weakness of pizza. I’m now trying to eat most 1 slice of pizza and to only eat pizza when I’m below my goal line of losing a pound a week.
I am a deer hunter, and have several packages of organic venison in my freezer. I’m wondering what the effects of adding this to the diet would be. Any opinions?
Starting this diet tomorrow!
Hello. I am starting this diet today. I am wondering if honey is ok?
No.
Before Pregnancy I weighed 150pounds after delivering my baby my weight was up to 166 pounds, it dint bother me at all coz I knew I will eventually lose it after stopping breastfeeding. I enjoyed that big size for 1 1/2 yrs. When I decided is the time to lose it, I started working out, alot of walking and dancing. Dint cut on food intake coz eating is my hobby and I love cooking. However I would make sure I work out alot to burn fat and within 6 months, I was weighing 138 pounds. I know it possible to lose weight while still eating.
Hi Tim – This is the first time viewing your site, and it’s quite inspiring. I’m extremely obese at age 70, and have tried so many different diets. My problem is that I can’t seem to stick to them – mainly because I continue to be hungry. I’m not ignorant as to what is good and what is not – but I seem to need more help, and I’m afraid of taking pills to curb my appetite. But I may have to resort to them. I was small for many years (size 6) and then took ill, with many years on steroids, and my physical ability to exercise has been curtailed to a great extent. I don’t like ‘me’ and doctors don’t seem to want to help, other than telling me not to eat so much. Does anyone have any suggestions that can really help me – not the usual. I also live off of ss benefits so spending is most limited. Thanks.
Patty,
Have you seen the documentary Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead? That documentary inspired my wife and I like none other. It is free to watch on hulu Just search for it on google or any search engine, as they asked for people not to include links in the comments.
Ok I can believe that your plan will work for a man; however, the real question is, will this plan create weight loss in a female??
Yes. As a woman who has followed it for the last few years, I can honestly say it does. I dropped from a size 8 to a size 2 in just a couple of months with it. I’ve maintained my body at a size 4 by using this diet whenever I need to, if the pounds start to try to creep back on.
One thing I noticed as a woman, is that around my period I get very weak and cranky with this diet. The solution for me was more protein in the form of chicken breasts and black beans. It’s easy to fill up on veggies because you tell yourself you’ll lose more weight if you eat only veggies, but the protein is a must. In the late afternoons I sometimes get so tired and weak on this diet, and I have learned to have carrot sticks and a tupperware container of tuna salad (tuna, mustard, chopped up eggs and tomato) handy. From my experience with my husband, even eating the same stuff as him, I would always get weaker and more tired than him, so a heads up to you: eat lots of protein! 🙂
This has some great tips I’m going to try them and experiment. My goal is to lose about a pound a day.
is it ok if i just eat veggies instead of eating proteins like pork? can you suggest any veggie diets or something?
Very good:)
yes i agree with your food plan completely,
and i must add – that to give yourself the best
functioning supplement available,
on top of your meal plan – make it your ”B” class vitamins.
The ”B” group of vitamins are crucial for full body fuction
at it’s best!.
The B group of vitamins,
actually help in the asimilation of the food we eat
and a lot of other body functions as well.
The B group is often overlooked,
so go and get yourself some bees:)
Kindest regards,Mike Lewis:)
hi u said that saturday can be a crap eating day…would that also include eating rice and bread …..thanx
Yes. You can stuff yourself silly with anything you want – pecan pie, spaghetti, pizza, pancakes, Snickers bars…
As a long time fan, I’ve been following this diet 100% strictly for the last few years. It’s helped me maintain and lose whenever I need it, and I love it.
Question: Is Glycyrrhizin processed by the body as a sugar/sucrose? I’ve been drinking Pu-erh tea and I enjoy it with licorice root. It gives a fierce sweetness, but I am concerned that it may be some kind of sugar? I tried reading up on it on several different web pages, but none of them can tell me if the sweet Glycyrrhizin in the root is a sugar or not.
Hello, im a female and need to lose 80 pounds. I cant stand eating vegetables. What else can I eat to lose weight?
Great simple tips are always the best. Thanks for the info. I notice you didn’t have Tofu listed in your protein ingredients. Could that be used for vegetarians?
I have been diagnosed as having Hypothyroidism and although I am keeping weight at bay it is a struggle. I am wondering how this diet’s restrictive nature affects this condition? Out of the foof items listed above, which are great by the way, is there an even more extensive selection in the book? How does age factor into this diet (lifestyle change)? Finally, what is the “norm” to expect in terms of realistic goas when applying a weight lifting regimen to this diet. I am a 49 year old woman who used to teach fitness, I love fitness, but I am curious to know your opinion on this. Thank you ever so much for your time in advance.
Karen
I am 16 years old, 6’3″ and about 210lbs. I want to mainly lose fat because I want a better toned body. There are guys in my class that are very toned but I am just as strong as them, so I am not “muscle-less.” Is there a good simple plan for meals that I can follow even when I am at school? I want to lose fat in order to excel more at high school sports.
Hi,
Is this temporarily done to lose weight? Where’s the diary product? Does this have enough nutrients that is required per day? Or would you have to take supplements?
Hi, I’m 18 years old and i weigh 195 pounds. I want to weight at least 250 pounds. I need strongly support, and more details about this dieting without any exercise. I drink lots of amount of water and don’t have time to exercise during the day because i’m either at school, or at work.
I want to loose 40 pounds before prom. I really want to look good that night.
Help!!!!
I believe that you truly can lose 30 pounds in a month! I just started my own journey to lose weight. I ballooned up to 252 lbs (from 166 lbs). I am down 21 pounds in 8 1/2 days!
I like that you added these nutrient and mineral potent vegetables to your list:
Spinach
Asparagus
Peas
Mixed vegetables
I found myself adding a purple potato in my juice this morning, along with a full beet.
I’m doing a reset at the moment, as I want to lose weight, flush toxins, clean up my arteries and get healthy! I read the other day that just because you look thin and healthy, doesn’t mean you are healthy on the inside. Someone who pounds fast food burgers / meals, but also runs a lot, may look this but have clogging arteries and other issues that they can’t see.
My desire is to lose weight, live longer and have the ability to keep up with my kids.
I’ve never drank wine, but do find myself consuming 100+ ounces of water each day.
Thank you for writing this article… I know that as I watch what I consume and how frequent I do it I will lose weight.
My urine protien range was 5445… Please give me a suggestion for my health condition become normal
These tips are great! But i would think that eating the same small meals day in and day out would get boring and would be hard to stick to. There are tons of recipes out there that are completely healthy and good for you! Losing weight is a lifestyle change. You have to get the right amount of carbs, protein, and healthy fats for your body. Eat less, move more!
Hi my name is juanita and super excited to start this diet!
have to lose weight on hips and upper leg. what ideal diet to follow to lose it fast?
naajila- if you have more than 10-15 lbs to lose, trying yo spot reduce is a waste of time. I’m nowhere near that point myself, so i’d suggest googling it if you’re at that point.
PEOPLE–ya gotta read the book.
no dairy. no fruits. period.
Tim is so commitment to this lifestyle, if you’re heard any interviews, he’ll tell you to check it out on Bittorrent (ie ya don’t have to buy the book to fully investigate the “diet”; you get it FOR FREE…) .
Hey, I was wondering I am not a big veggie person so I was wondering if fruits would be good or bad for me? Is so could you guys inform me on which ones to eat and which ones to avoid. I do have a lack of potassium problem with my body ever since I was 2 years old when I got tested for it. I was told to eat lots of Bananas.
Fruits are NOT allowed. They are fructose (sugar). Eat avocados for potassium; they have more than bananas.
Can I substitute the Legumes for something else??? Or I have to do it with the beans?
Hi there! Do you mind if I post about this to my couponing group? I think they would find this interesting.
My name is Ashley and I am 18 years old. I have a history of anorexia and I am becoming dissatisfied with my recent weight gain. I naturally don’t eat when I’m self conscious but I don’t want to go back down that road. I am hypoglycemic and have iron deficiency anemia. I need a straight forward “what to eat” or else I get distracted and just forget to. I am 5ft 2in and 127lbs. I know everyone will say not to do it but my stomach area is becoming larger than I like and I feel best at about 110lbs. Any tips?
Ok, so basically I have a job that doesnt allow much time for a set regiment, and I have no time managing skills as is… I want to get back down to my old weight which isnt really skinny at all but im at 290 right now and want to be 240… My work schedule is such…. Mon-wens 12-8:30pm thurs-Fri 8am-4:30 Basically my job is sitting all the time I would very much like a plan that would work with me…. I am a veggie Hater I love my meat, I love pasta as well although I mean if I had to I would definately stay away from it. Ok and as far as working out I used to do a high intensity work out, but I want something a lil more setback due to breaking my back 2 years ago.. I also dont wanna take 2 years to go from 290 to 240….. I would appreciate any kind of feedback
can i have bread on my off day?
Tim,
I am very interested in trying this and I love getting creative with things so what about nut butters? Also I know this says not to drink your calories but what about a protein shake in the morning (following the 30g in 30min) Thanks so much!
hello Chris” wow! your so amazing i wanna try this, to lose fats .. thank you for this rules, and tips, -do not eat something white 😀
Hello
There was no mention of olive oil, butter, cheese, herbs or spices used with the 30 day plan. Are they cool?
Please advise.
Thank you,
Mike
Have a great day
You are allowed small amounts of Olive Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Ghee, and all the herbs and spices you want.
Unfortunately… There is more to this diet. 18/126, simplified 1/7, people trying this diet, failed in there.. Lol “30 days and 20lbs of fat gone!” Hmm, enough fat to almost fill half a normal wheel barrel. If the diet is successful for anyone, it is metabolic rate and possible meta-genes. The diet is perfect, but, if you want to know the real secret, the way it is possible to lose 20lbs of fat in one month, then let me know. Instead of being reeled in by a guy who gets paid to sit in hotels and think and write. As I thought our species was evolved, this blog, I am mistaken. This is what I do as a result of training from my job, a job I will discuss… Discretely, a seven figure salary job. I like to follow blogs and help people see through falsified info, even critics couldn’t see the part left out when the answer is hidden within the text. I, will hopefully, be talking to you all soon. Cheerio
tengo 32 años y soy madre de dos niños me preocupa mi apariencia y mi abdomen.se que los ejercicios son lo mejor pero me gustaria probar sus dietas y consejos de alimentacion. y quiero empezar a ver resultados.que me dices si agrego el aceite de oliva e las mañanas.
This diet is very similar to the Mayo clinic diet..and it works!! i lost like 65 lbs., however, we added 1/2 grapefruit at each meal…was the “fat burner” catalyst…or as the diet indicated…….and I just happened to like grapefruit and it worked for me! Was on the diet for like 2 wks time..then off the diet for 2 days and eat whatever..then back on…..lost like 14 lbs the first 2 wks and then the weight was just falling off! Drink lots of water and took vitamins as well….my blood pressure and cholesterol lowered! woohoooo!!! Just be sure and check with your doctors before starting any type of diets to be on the safe side!!!
your ways are vEry helpful ..
I’m almost 14(April:) ) and I weigh about 150lbs (my last doctors appt. said I was 147 but that was a while ago) I really want to lose weight because(when you look in pictures) you’ll see my friends who are all nice and skinny and athletic…. Then you’ll see me 😛 I’ve tried so many things to lose weight(since 3 years ago, when my weight started to rise(5th grade )) but I have trouble doing those things since I’m so unathletic. It’s not that I can’t do sports, it’s that I just hate them. I actually have a ‘build’ that you would see on sporty people (some muscles(mainly my legs ), bigger bones, etc.(without all the extra belly, butt, and thigh and calf fat 😛 )) I’m really hoping this works, because im sick and tired of hearing people (*cough* my mom*cough* ) tell me I’m fat and that I need to exercise to lose weight, and also do all this other junk(weird stretches, gross foods, etc.) just to lose some weight.
I know someone who doesn’t exercise but lost weight by proper diet. This is really possible and I can attest this because I have seen that it can be done.
I love that one avoid white carbohyrates
Oh boy. Anybody with a high metabolic rate, quiet down. It’s obviously going to work. Now how about all these people who are having problems. Metabolism shorter than others. But, why would “Tim” give you EVERY secret. I have the missing link, i know the answer for those having trouble. I already have game and fortune, idc about respect, I want to help obesity. So, again… If anyone will listen… I will help the ones failing if you contact me personally. Thesalesman1031@gmail.com. Diets fail all the time, but there’s one thing, no matter what, that none of you, no matter the books you read, the YouTube videos. Blady blah. These guys have a reason for being the way they are, and it started for a …. Special.. Reason for them in the first month. I hope the failures can reach out to me. Good luck, and if its not working, don’t be stubborn, I am here.
i work early mornings, can i just take a protein drink for breakfast
I don’t know whether it’s just me or if perhaps everyone else encountering problems with your website.
It appears as if some of the written text on your content are
running off the screen. Can someone else please comment and
let me know if this is happening to them as well?
This could be a problem with my browser because I’ve had this happen before. Many thanks
can i eat uncle bens rice on this diet theres only 192 calories per bag ??
After a chain of several years of going from good to worse to bad, I’ve decided that enough is enough, and that something must be done about how I look, and how I feel about myself. Therefore, after reading all of the comments and praise, I have decided to give this a try, in the hopes that I can flip fate around and bring back the person that I used to know.
Here’s hoping that I can check back here in a month or so with some positive results. 🙂
I love it! Thanks. I am a single, working mom of 4 so they are my exercise but I do need to eat better. I am looking forward to see how this works for me:)
why should one mot eat fruits?
Does this realy work?
Does it really work…? It doesn’t deepend on the diet so much as you, and your own will power, everyone is different. Try it strictly for a week, don’t be lazy, and see what happens ; )
How many calories per day and amounts of protein, carbs, and fat, please?
Im not a fan of most beans. Can I eat peanuts instead as a legume replacement?
I agree with you on cutting out the white carbohydrate products. I have lost
25 lbs in less than 30 days by doing such. i work out in the gym 2 times a day.
I am preparing my body for total left knee surgery on 1march2013. I do not
have a choice at 52 years old. I am bone on bone. I spent my younger years
as a health care professional ,athlete, and a 10 year army war veteran in pharmacy. I am well educated about the human body. I also am a single mother of two stunning gentleman 21 and 23 years old. I always try to teach them the power of positive thinking. In order to loose weight you have to truely want to . Good luck even a little bit leads to better health.
This is a fantastic article and I use a similar diiet to this bur what I have found is because I am of a mature age (70) I need to speed up my metabolism to help burn calories as enegetic physical excercise is out of the question.
Raspberry Ketone is the latest weight loss discovery to take television health programs and online health news sites by storm. Ketones, the enzyme that give Raspberries their sweet smell, have recently been found to enhance the production of certain proteins that help speed up the metabolism that concentrates on burning fat cells.
Believe me this really works. Peter
Since no one has seemed to notice my comments, the 70 year old man knows a great secret if combined with this diet. Hopefully people will take his advice. And stop asking questions when the answers are a scroll above at the top of the page.
Is it ok to put a Splenda or Equal in a cup of coffee or does it have to be black?
A side note that I noticed:
I do research on resveratrol and although many believe that drinking red wine will supply the body with enough to make a difference the truth couldn’t be any more different. It would take over 1,000 bottles of wine per day to even see even the slightest effects of resveratrol. There are currently neutraceuticals which claim to be resveratrol but once again, one would have to consume several hundred pills at once in order to gain any benefits. If you ARE interested in reaping the benefits I suggest watching for the first ever released FDA approved drug from the company Sirtris. They are in the process of human trials. I anticipate the release of this miracle drug within the next five years.
Thought I would just inform everyone who might be interested!
Hi, i have to lose weight (about 12 lb in 2 weeks) after Structural Diet – 1200 calories. The diet is very easy, recommends natural products. Now I use products from the list of the most valuable products recommended in Diet. I feel better and I’m not hungry 🙂
Good way to eat ..& lose fat? Hope so
my question. From one wine lover to another, did you drink red or white wine on your low carb diet?
i am going to reduce my wieght now itself…….
He said red wine at the top… Read people
Ok I came across this and , and i will be trying this new life style change, on Sunday, yes sunday , wish me luck and I will keep everyone posted. 🙂
Thanks in support of sharing such a fastidious idea, paragraph is fastidious, thats why i
have read it completely
Hey guys, obviously, the negative effects of lonng time dieting, ie, carb and calorie restriction, etc, are endless. But, what would one do to reverse these effects, ‘break the diet,’ so to speak without packing on the pounds since they have probably already slowed their metabolism? sorry for not articulating that very well, hah
I’m currently trying to get into the military and I need to lose 25lbs within a months time is there any way you can think of to do that or is that not possible?
I am overweight by at least 30 pounds so i am going to try this out and I will be proud because nothing is working and i want to get it off my fat body soon because i am at risk for things that a younger person should not be at risk for so if it works i want to thank you 🙂
the food you eat looks worse that what my dog throws up lal.
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Hi I’m Nichole an I’m 14 I weigh 115 lbs. the first time I read this I thought its not gonna work. Nothing’s going to work. But I did it for about 2 weeks an lost 10 lbs then I did it for 2 more weeks an lost 5 more lbs I now weigh 100 lbs I didn’t think anything was going to help me with my weight
As much as I would say that the slow carb diet as effective as Tim says it is, I can’t. I have followed the diet strictly for nearly a year and have had mixed results. After a short period of weight loss my results evently slowed then stopped altogether. My body fat percentage, lean mass, and weight have all remained unchanged for the last three months of the diet. Guess I’ll start looking elsewhere for something that is actually effective.
Love the comments; so helpful!
WHAT ARE SOME SUPPLIMENTS OR VITEMENS THAT ARE KEY IN WEIGHT LOSS?
Hello Chris:
Have your mom look up the doctor Oz show on the internet. They had a product on there yesterday that would allow you to lose 4-6 pounds per month, and 2-4 inches of belly fat without any exercise. Hope this helps you.
Woody
Hello,
I am 30 years old and working as Software Developer at Saudi Arabia. I am 80+ kilos and have too much belly fat. I am too engaged in my work that I do not get free time for physical exercises. Hence I thought I could reduce my belly fat and weight via food control. I will be helpful if anybody of you advise me what kind of food i need to take.
Hi Chris. I am 15 years old and want to lose atleast 25 pounds before April. Do i just eat veggies, hard boiled eggs, fruits and excersise 1 hour a day to lose 25 pounds before april? Will that actually work?!?!?
commenting on the so called simplicity of the meals shown in this article, I am sorry to say that if I had to eat the meals that are shown although they may be nutritious I think I would give up on life as I feel that people should enjoy their food especially with all the variety that is out there and the different cultures that produce foods or us. The meals do not look very attractive and having to eat like that would probably make me sick. I appreciate that what you are saying might be true especially when losing weight is concerned but even culturally looking at those meals would not appeal to me. Please do more research on basic foods and update the menu.
Excellent comment, I responded below
Well, I loved it when you listed that you went from 180 to 165. (I am weighing 180 lbs now) 🙂
I will better go with some chicken or egg whites with fruits..
Hope this works 🙂
Noooo fruits! It’s all sugar. Stick to the protocol man.
Um I can’t find grass fed organic beef ANYWHERE. I called trader joe’s and they don’t have it anymore nor do they have ethology pourable egg whites. I really don’t like beans but I’ve been eating lentil soup. I skipped 2 days w.o lentils and beans though. I just kept eating boiled chicken breast/thighs,salad, and peas. Today I’m doing the same but adding mixed veggies. Is this OK? Will I still achieve 5 lbs this week???
Finally someone with a usage of his frontal lobe! Cultural experimenting is so important. We are an obese country. Look at say.. Japan?? Ya, thin, not obese. This diet can remain the same but get on some otherly world countries, get it together. You’re the “pro” Tim.
Um I can’t find grass fed organic beef ANYWHERE. I called trader joe’s and they don’t have it anymore nor do they have eggology pourable egg whites. I really don’t like beans but I’ve been eating lentil soup. I skipped 2 days w.o lentils and beans though. I just kept eating boiled chicken breast/thighs,salad, and peas. Today I’m doing the same but adding mixed veggies. Is this OK? Will I still achieve 5 lbs this week???
Anna, just ask for organic beef. It is all grass fed.
thnx salesman. but I haven’t eaten ANY beans, this is the 3rd day w.o them. Just been eating chicken, salad, veggies and water. Am I still gonna lose my 5lbs this weeeek?? Or do I NEED beans for this diet????
Well, I lost five lbs of fat in a week, but, used beens. But, if you don’t like beans, like me! Look for bush’s best. They have all different flavored, alot of sugar, but if you strain most of the juice, that’s where half the sugar is. =)
My 17-year old daughter, 5’5″+- and 152 lbs would like to lose 20-30lbs by graduation in May. I am strongly against weight-loss drugs and gimmicks. So two weeks ago we started the slow-carb diet following Tim’s suggestions completely. Absolutely no carbs, fruits, or dairy, or any soft drinks at all. Lots of beans and vegetables, eggs for breakfast, small portions of organic, lean meats and fish, barely any oil & vinegar dressing on salads. We made sugar-free jello and almond butter for those bad cravings, which she only had 2-3 times, 1 tsp.
I cook almost every meal and try to make it different and delicious, eliminating “boring” and “tasteless” excuses. All fresh, high quality organic ingredients. I pack her lunch for school (chopped salads with beans, tuna, salsa) and water.
We started on a Monday, had 1 cheat day so far (slice of pizza, fruit smoothie, sushi). Tomorrow is supposed to be cheat day #2. She weighs herself every morning, and it’s been consistent between 148-152, every day. She just weighed herself and it was 153lbs!!!
After two full weeks, we’d expect at least 5lbs loss if not more. Needless to say she was very disappointed and didn’t see why she should continue. She has been super disciplined about it (it was very hard to eliminate breads and pastas).
What are we doing wrong? Any point in continuing?
Thank you for all your help.
ps. Really not sure where to go with this. I’ve checked out several “slow-carb diet” forums out there, but none seemed the right place. Any suggestions are appreciated.
Just wondering what my goal should be for carbs/protien/fat? I saw 22grams of carbs on the pinto beans I just ate, and was shocked!!!!
Well I’m about 140 lbs. and starting tomorrow Feb 8th I will be following your idea for 1 month. I’ll be sure to let you what’s the outcome.
hey, i am a nursing student, my age is 19 but my weight is 88, Being overweight has affected my life, i have thyroid problem and i am anemic as well, but i really want to lose weight! tell me what should i do for that?
did you mean 188lbs or do you seriously only weigh 88lbs
Thank you I believe this will really help me. I’m going to start totally. Its going to be a big challenges avoiding “white” I’m a very big fan of loving food. I hope this works thnxs
It is scientifically proven, for years now, that dieting, which is not just a diet, but a way of life, if stopped and you retreat to old eating habits, you will gain more wait than before the previous diet. You have to stick to one lifestyle; and live the diet for true results… I know this scientific poof, personally, is 100% true.
And realistically, none of you should be losing more, than 25 lbs every 3 months, so do not lose 30lbs in 30 days, just please trust me people. I will only say that I am more than a professional guys, I hope you’ll listen… If anyone loses this weight, you won’t be happy, healthy, or satisfied. Don’t just read a book.
Is oat meal good for breakfast
YES IT’S GREAT WITHOUT SUGAR
It is not allowed on the diet at all.
can i eat fruit like apples??????????
I’m 13 and weigh about 110 and need to lose about ten lbs. Diets just dont work for me so does anyone know a good exercise if so please let me know
Hi I am vegetarian.any suggestions for me
OMG TIM! I just saw you on the view (YouTube) idk how old he video is but WHY is Barbra being SUCH a bitch to you? She kept making smart ass comments behind everything u said. I just felt like punching her ugly wrinkled face.
what about indian vegetarians? what should they eat?