The "6 Petals" diet was introduced to the world by the Swedish nutritionist Anna Johansson, who spent years developing an effective program that allows you to lose excess weight in a short time.Following the proposed rules, they lose up to 2-5 kg in a 6-day cycle.It is worth noting that the diet has been approved by the Association of Dietitians as a food program that has a beneficial effect not only on the metabolic rate, but also on the general condition of a person.
What is the diet based on?
The system itself is a combination of 6 mono-diets.Each duration is 24 hours.It is necessary to adhere to the specified sequence, otherwise even strict adherence to the diet will not bring any benefit.
To avoid confusion, Anna Johansson advises using a visual method - cutting a pearl with 6 petals, painted in different colors, from cardboard.The name of each day is written on the petals and the layout is pasted in a visible place, for example, on the refrigerator door.
After finishing the daily mono-diet, the corresponding petal is torn.Thus, it is impossible to confuse the order.In addition, those who are losing weight see how much effort has already been put into losing weight and this improves their psychological state.
How does the 6 petal diet work?
The effectiveness of the mono-diet "6 petals" is based on the characteristics of digestion.
There are several principles that allow you to part with the hated kilograms:
- First of all, the effect is provided by the use of fasting days.This allows you not to mix poorly combined products and reduce the risk of fatty tissue accumulation.If you neglect this rule, the nutrients that enter the body will not have time to be digested, the rate of metabolism will slow down and fat deposits will become inevitable.
- The body creates a kind of reserves of nutrients.Supplies are used as needed.If in the morning the body receives only fish, it experiences a lack of some chemical elements spent on replenishing the energy balance.The fish is overcooked, but the necessary substances are not supplied.As a result, you have to look for other sources of energy, which become fat reserves.As a rule, the breakdown of fat begins in the middle of the day.
- Another principle of the diet is based on the alternation of protein and carbohydrate intake.It is believed that this approach ensures 50% of the success of the diet, as it allows you to trick the body into breaking down fat without feeling starved of energy.Of course, some fat comes with food, but the same fish contains poly- and mono-unsaturated compounds that are digested by the body and are not stored in "storage areas".
Thus, six days on a mono-diet allows you to lose weight by breaking down excess fat, without causing any discomfort to the body.
"petal" sequence
It is very important to stick to your diet plan.The first day of the petal diet is protein, followed by carbohydrates, then protein again, etc.
The order of mono-diets recommended by the author:
- 1 - fish;
- 2 - vegetables;
- 3 - chicken;
- 4 - cereals;
- 5 – cottage cheese;
- 6 – fruits.
This selection is based on the effect of each individual product.
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| Fish | It prepares the body, saturates it with Omega-3 fatty acids and easily digestible proteins.The caloric content of the products is low, but hunger for energy does not occur |
| vegetable | It reduces the caloric content of the daily diet, simultaneously enriching the body with carbohydrates of plant origin.As a result, the amount of energy spent digesting food exceeds the amount of calories consumed.Therefore, the body is forced to replenish energy by breaking down its own fat reserves. |
| Chicken | Since the body did not receive animal protein on the last day, dietary meat eaten throughout the day is used to strengthen muscle tissue - fat deposition does not occur. |
| Cereals | Digestion is difficult, as the cultures have a dense shell.Therefore, the body is forced to spend a lot of energy on digestion.And to do this, you inevitably have to turn to fat reserves, because the carbohydrates contained in cereals are used to cover the lack of glycogen, which is necessary for proper functioning. |
| Curd | During the diet, minerals are lost.Curd contains a complex of elements that can compensate for the deficiency.In addition, the protein of the product is low in calories and is completely converted into amino acids during processing.Experiencing a lack of glucose for energy production, the body turns back to fat reserves |
| Fruit | The last day is characterized by the arrival of polysaccharides, which are quite difficult to digest and require a significant amount of energy.To cope with difficult-to-digest components, the body draws additional energy by destroying adipose tissue |
An interesting detail: the author does not limit the amount of food consumed during the day.But usually nutritionists recommend eating no more than 500 g of fish, chicken and cottage cheese, 1500 g of vegetables and fruits and 200-300 g of dry cereals.
Basic rules of the diet
It is important not only to adhere to the correct sequence of fasting days, but also to properly prepare and consume foods:
- Fish and meat can be boiled, steamed or baked.
- Vegetables are consumed raw, boiled and baked.
- During the "curd petal", you can drink milk with a medium fat content.
- On every day of the diet, drink green tea without sugar and herbal infusions.During the last 24 hours, along with fruits, fresh juices are also consumed.
- Dishes are prepared without oil, both animal and vegetable.They give up sugar.
- Take food in small portions, chewing each portion well.
- Do not wash food with liquid!Drinking is only allowed between meals.
If there are significant layers of fat, you may not be limited to 1 course.It is allowed to use this weight loss method 4 times at short intervals, for example, 1 week.When you want to lose weight as soon as possible, take a break for 1 day, during which you can return to your usual food, excluding sweets and flour products from your diet.
If you need to get rid of significant fat deposits, the complex of 4 courses can be repeated a month after its completion.
Approximate menu and recipes for the "6 petals" diet for a week
For some, dietary intake may seem limited.But in fact, you can significantly diversify the menu by using different recipes for food preparation.
1. FISH
It is allowed to use:
- Dietary varieties of fish with a fat content of 0.2-4% - perch, tuna, pollock, ide, cod, trout.
- With an average fat and protein content of 4-8% - carp, pink salmon, sea bass, horse mackerel.
- With a fat content of 8% - salmon, halibut, eel, herring, mackerel, sturgeon.
You can combine dietary fish with fairly fatty fish throughout the day.The menu is varied with seafood - squid, mussels, shrimps.
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| First breakfast 08.00 | Slightly salted boiled fish with some spices |
| Second breakfast at 11.00 | Roasted with herbs and lightly salted |
| Lunch at 14.00 | Ukha, which contains fish and strong soup |
| Afternoon tea at 17.00 | Steam it, add spices to taste |
| Dinner at 20.00 | Lightly salted, boiled |
Recipe:
- For a couple.Add a little salt to the fillet, place it in a double boiler, cover it with parsley or dill.
- In the oven.Rub the fish with a mixture of crushed garlic, herbs and salt.Wrap it in foil and put it in the oven.
- Soup.The fillet is boiled, ground in a blender and poured with gravy to the desired consistency.Season with herbs.
Between meals, you are allowed to drink fish juice and green tea without sugar.
2. VEGETABLES
Use a minimum of salt and spices for cooking.Do not fry the ingredients.
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| First breakfast 08.00 | Grate 2 carrots on a medium grater |
| Second breakfast at 11.00 | Boil the peeled tubers, grate, dilute with potato juice to make a puree |
| Lunch at 14.00 | Boil your favorite vegetables |
| Afternoon tea at 17.00 | Bring to readiness in a steam bath |
| Dinner at 20.00 | It is consumed raw |
Recipe:
- In a deep pan, add chopped onions and grated carrots without adding oil.Tomatoes, eggplants and bell peppers are cut into cubes.Add the vegetables to the bowl, add some water and add some salt.Simmer until the ingredients are soft.
- Boil 500 g of chopped tomatoes.Add some minced garlic and salt to the plate.After 10 minutes, add water - its volume depends on the desired consistency.Arrange them with basil and mix them with a blender.
- Broccoli is boiled in salted water together with herbs.Season the heads of cabbage with lemon juice.Sprinkle with herbs.
Fresh vegetable juices and unsweetened green tea are used as beverages.
3. CHICKEN
Pay attention to the fillet - this is the most dietary part of the chicken carcass.Before cooking, remove the skin from the meat, which contains a good amount of fat.If this rule is neglected, there will be no benefit.
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| First breakfast 08.00 | Boiled breast |
| Second breakfast at 11.00 | Fillet wrapped in noodles, seasoned, baked in the oven |
| Lunch at 14.00 | Soup with a significant amount of meat and herbs.Flavored with spices |
| Afternoon tea at 17.00 | Grilled |
| Dinner at 20.00 | Boil the delicious pieces of fillet |
Recipe:
- Grind the chicken breast, beat the egg and salt.Mix the minced meat with chopped herbs.Small cutlets are formed, which are then steamed.
- Rub the fillet with a small amount of salt and sprinkle generously with herbs.Wrap in foil and bake in the oven.
- Cut the meat into cubes or strips and add a little salt.Transfer to a pan and sprinkle with herbs.Boil for a few minutes adding a little water.
You are allowed to complete the menu with a glass of low-fat chicken broth.It is recommended to drink green tea between meals.
4. cereals
The grain day of the "6 Petals" diet includes a diet full of whole grains, whole grain breads, sprouted grains and bran.
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| First breakfast 08.00 | Boil the sprouted wheat |
| Second breakfast at 11.00 | Buckwheat is cooked in water with spices and a little salt. |
| Lunch at 14.00 | Boiled rice.It is better to take non-evaporated cereals, as they contain more useful microelements |
| Afternoon tea at 17.00 | Oatmeal cooked in water.It is allowed to add 50 g of seeds or nuts |
| Dinner at 20.00 | Buckwheat porridge flavored with herbs |
Recipe:
- Boil sorted and well-washed buckwheat in salted water.Grind in a blender, adding herbs.The mixture is formed into patties, which are baked in the oven.
- Boil the oats in boiling water and leave for a quarter of an hour.Nuts or prunes are added to the porridge according to taste.
- For 150 g of oats, take 1 tablespoon.low fat milk.Add the vanilla and baking soda to the mixture on the tip of a knife.Cookies are formed from the puffed mixture and baked in the oven.
The menu is varied with herbal teas and homemade kvass.
5. Cook
If pure cottage cheese does not arouse interest, coat the ingredient with low-fat sour cream and cinnamon.The product cannot be sweetened.
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| First breakfast 08.00 | Cottage cheese with a fat content of up to 5%.You can enjoy it with natural yogurt that does not contain sweeteners, colors or preservatives. |
| Second breakfast at 11.00 | Soften the "density" of the product with a small volume of low-fat milk |
| Lunch at 14.00 | Only cottage cheese |
| Afternoon tea at 17.00 | Repeat the lunch plate |
| Dinner at 20.00 | "Naked" cottage cheese. |
Recipe:
- Add 1 egg and 1 tablespoon to a packet of low-fat cottage cheese.l.oatmeal.Mix the mass well and form small cakes.Each one is dipped in a mixture of cinnamon and oatmeal.Bake in the oven.
- Cook 1 packet of cottage cheese, 1 egg, 1 tbsp.l.oatmeal, 5 tablespoons.l.yogurt.Add raisins, cinnamon or vanilla to taste.The dough is divided into pieces and boiled in a double boiler.
- Grind the cottage cheese and half a cup of ready-made coffee with a blender.Beat until you get a delicious foam.
At rest they drink green tea, 1 glass of milk is allowed.
6. Fruit
You can eat it raw or in the form of smoothies and salads.It is advised not to rely too much on bananas and grapes, which contain a lot of sugar.You should consume more citrus fruits and apples, which contain a significant amount of fiber.
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| First breakfast 08.00 | 2 red apples.A small cup of coffee is allowed |
| Second breakfast at 11.00 | 1 banana |
| Lunch at 14.00 | Orange with grapes |
| Afternoon tea at 17.00 | Kiwi with pineapple |
| Dinner at 20.00 | 2 green apples |
Recipe:
- Chop the pineapple and mango and mix with a blender.Add mint leaves to the smoothie.
- Grind the raspberries and sprinkle the puree with sugar.
- Favorite fruits are cut into cubes and mixed.Season the salad with lemon juice and 1 liter.natural honey.
The menu is complemented by green tea and fresh fruit juices.It is best to avoid physical activity on the last day.
Leaving the diet
Unfortunately, after completing a diet course, those who lose weight begin to indulge in forbidden foods, as a result of which the weight lost with such difficulty is quickly returned.
To avoid this, you should come off the diet gradually, gradually adding other ingredients to your diet.It is important to avoid sweets, flour, fried foods and fatty foods in the first few days.Possible physical activity will support weight loss.
Contraindications
The diet has a number of contraindications:
- stomach ulcers;
- kidney disease;
- chronic liver pathologies;
- diabetes mellitus;
- cardiovascular problems;
- pregnancy, breastfeeding.
You should not resort to a diet for diseases that require adherence to a strict diet.
Compared to most diets, "6 petals" is considered superior, since a person who loses weight does not experience hunger.However, before resorting to it, you should consult a doctor to identify possible contraindications.