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Summary: A Diet for the Non-Dieter
Review: While I understood the science of Dr. Barry Sears in the Zone, I found the program way too complicated to figure out how to eat and live on a regular basis. The Formula is kind of like The Zone for dummies. I was able to start an eating program right away and felt wonderful within days. While my scale did not plummet, as was explained in the book, my clothing started to feel looser and I consistently lost two pounds a week, even when I had "cheated". I lost 30 lbs. on this program and felt like I was eating all the time. It does really work and I didn't do anything I thought was dangerous or didn't make sense. I love the idea that anything can be done in balance. It is real life. Not all of one thing and none of another. The book is easy to understand and the program is easy to follow. Kudos!
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Summary: It Works, but it is a lifestyle change
Review: Honestly, this diet works. I stumbled upon this book at the library, I had heard great things about The Zone, but found it rather complicated to follow, and since this book was based on the same theory, I decided to check it out. I read the book that night and bought it the next day. I experienced mild headaches for about a week or so, I think it was sugar withdrawals. Anyway, I started dropping weight and inches within the first week, this kept me modivated. After 3 weeks and 9 lbs. I plateaued for a week, then started dropping again. I lost a total of 23 lbs. in 2 1/2 months. I kept it off for a few months, but like any other diet once you start eating normal again, the weight creeps back on. So, here I go again, only this time I hope that if I continue to exercise 3-5 times a week and stick to the diet most days, I'll have better success. In a nutshell, even after you've reached your goal weight, it's not over... you must change you lifestyle to be truly successful.GOOD POINTS
- yes it works
- see and feel results within the first week
- energy levels increase
- sleep more soundly, and feel great in the morning
- better concentration
BAD POINTS
- expense to eat well (fresh fruit, lean meats, etc.)
- again, if you don't stick to it for life, you'll gain the weight back
Hope this has helped the skepics out there. Good Luck!!
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