Fasting days, diets, nutrition programs - what methods are used by the fair sex. Few manage to gain a beautiful and slender figure in a short time and consolidate the result obtained, but this is quite true. The popular diet all over the world for 14 days, the menu of which is varied and simple, is considered one of the most affordable and effective. Japanese women are a vivid example of this - they always change not only in a good figure and good health, but also look younger than their age. They believe that the main secret of this is a two-week course, designed by professional nutritionists.
What is so special about the Japanese diet?
Despite the fact that the diet is called the land of the rising sun, it is suitable for people living in different places. It is believed that this food system was developed in one of the clinics of Tokyo and this is the only thing that makes it connect with Japan.
The main features of any diet are the time for which they were created and the products used to design the diet. The Japanese diet belongs to the universal category - the dishes are very simple and you can always find everything you need in the nearest supermarket or retail store.
A distinctive feature of this diet is the moderation in everything: in the group of allowed foods, the size of the portions and their caloric content.
Rules and principles of the Japanese diet. The good, the bad and the contraindications!
Any diet, like fasting, is a severe stress for the whole organism. This is why, in order for weight loss not to lead to health problems and lead to the desired results, it is very important to strictly follow the recommendations and follow certain rules.
Basic principles:
- Mandatory preparation - a positive attitude and rest the day before;
- Duration - 14 days;
- Diet - 3 times a day;
- Menu-protein low-calorie, low-carbohydrate;
- Result - up to 8 kg in 14 days;
- Restrictions - no more than 2 times a year.
Rules and recommendations:
During the diet, the metabolism changes dramatically, which can lead to a slight breakdown of some body functions. This is why it is so important:
- Strictly adhere to the recommended menu. You can not replace some products with others, and also do not have to change the amount of ingredients by reducing or increasing the portions.
- Throughout the diet period, you should drink at least 1. 5 liters of water. Allowed: mineral (non-carbonated), boiled water, spring.
- Drink 200 g (a glass) of warm water every morning on an empty stomach.
- The use of alcoholic beverages, salt, sugar and flour products is prohibited.
- The last meal is 2-3 hours before bedtime.
- From the first day until you get out of the diet, you should take a multivitamin.
Pros and cons:
- The advantages of this diet include: availability, simplicity and efficiency. Depending on all the rules, the result achieved is stored for several years.
- The only drawback of a two-week weight loss course is the strictness of the diet. Violation of one of the rules can lead to a violation of the whole cycle. If for some reason you lose, start tomorrow.
Contraindications for use:
Avoid diet during pregnancy, postpartum, or breastfeeding. At this time, the female body needs additional resources.
This weight loss option is not suitable for athletes and those who are engaged in physical work. Since the products are quite low in calories, it is undesirable to go on a diet in the postoperative period and during rehabilitation.
Contraindications include: chronic heart and kidney disease, gastrointestinal disorders, gastritis, ulcers.
A slight maltreatment, headache and general weakness during the diet indicate that your body is unable to cope, and this option to lose weight is not suitable for you. In this case, the diet should be discontinued immediately.
Creating menu and buying food
Before starting a diet, it is advisable to undergo an examination and consult a doctor. If there are no reasons and contraindications, then it is time to start preparing. Since the diet is quite strict, it is advisable to design a menu in advance and buy the necessary products. This will help protect you from the temptation to break the regime.
Try to limit the amount of sweets and fatty foods one day before starting the diet. To make the start easier, it is advisable to get a good night’s sleep and rest the day before.
For the diet to be even more effective, you need to be mentally prepared. Only positive emotions and positive humor will help you achieve the desired results. If you are not ready, postpone starting the diet the next day, but in no case force yourself, otherwise all efforts will be in vain.
List of required products:
- Chicken fillet (breast) - 1 kg.
- Chicken eggs - 20 pieces.
- No fatty beef - 1 kg.
- Seafood (any), fillets - 2 kg.
- Lemon - 1 pc.
- Cabbage - 2 pieces.
- Carrots - 3 kg.
- Zucchini or eggplant - 1 kg.
- Tomato juice (not salty) - 1 l.
- Kefir - 1 l.
- Each fruit (except grapes and bananas) - 1 kg.
- Ground black coffee (beans) - 1 packet.
- Green tea without additives - 1 pack.
- Olive oil (pressed in cold) - 0. 5 l.
All products should be of good quality, vegetables - fresh, dairy products are best bought on the day of the diet or in advance in the evening.
Coffee and tea should be natural, indigestible.
Vegetables can be cooked in any quantity, so you can buy them if needed.
In addition to these foods, you should have plenty of juice in your diet, a small amount of rye bread and hard cheese is allowed.
Full menu for 14 days
Make sure you drink a glass of water before breakfast every day, so prepare it in advance. Drink sugar-free hot drinks; the addition of honey and milk is unacceptable. During the day, you can drink water without restrictions, but foods should not be excluded.
Day 1
- Breakfast: A cup of coffee or tea (without milk / sugar).
- Lunch: Boiled eggs (hard boiled) - 2 pieces. Salad of boiled or raw cabbage with olive oil - unlimited. Tomato juice - 1 cup. The drink can be replaced with 2 medium-sized fresh tomatoes.
- Dinner: Fish fillet (fried / boiled) - 200 g Fresh cabbage salad with oil - without limit.
Day 2
- Breakfast: Natural black coffee, 1 sugar-free crouton can be used.
- Lunch: Boiled fish - 200 g, fresh cabbage or boiled with butter.
- Dinner: Boiled beef - 100 g, kefir - 1 cup.
Day 3
- Breakfast: A slice of rye bread (croutons), a cup of coffee or tea.
- Lunch: Fried zucchini or eggplant (unlimited).
- Dinner: Boiled beef - 200 g, salad with cabbage and butter, boiled eggs - 2 pcs.
Day 4
- Breakfast: Carrot salad (season with lemon juice).
- Lunch: Boiled fish - 200 g, tomato juice - 1 cup.
- Dinner: Fruit - 200 g.
Day 5
- Breakfast: Carrot salad (season with lemon juice).
- Lunch: Boiled fish - 200 g, tomato juice - 1 cup.
- Dinner: Fruit - 200 g.
Day 6
- Breakfast: Coffee or tea.
- Lunch: Boiled chicken; cabbage salad and carrots with vegetable oil.
- Dinner: boiled eggs (hard boiled) - 2 pcs. fresh carrots - 1 pc.
Day 7
- Breakfast: A cup of green tea.
- Lunch: Boiled beef - 200 g, Fruit - 200 g.
- Dinner: Choose from one of the previous day dinners (except day 3).
Day 8
- Breakfast: Natural green tea.
- Lunch: Boiled chicken - 500 g, Salad with fresh carrots and cabbage - without limit.
- Dinner: boiled eggs - 2 pcs. Raw carrots with vegetable oil - 200 g.
Day 9
- Breakfast: Season raw (grated) carrots with lemon juice - 1 pc.
- Lunch: Boiled or fried fish - 200 g, tomato juice - 1 cup.
- Dinner: Fruit - 200 g.
Day 10
- Breakfast: Natural coffee.
- Lunch: boiled egg - 1 piece. Carrots with vegetable oil - 3 pieces.
- Dinner: Fruit - 200 g.
Day 11
- Breakfast: Natural coffee. Rye croutons - 1 pc.
- Lunch: Eggplant or zucchini (without limit).
- Dinner: Boiled beef - 200 g Boiled egg - 2 pcs. Fresh cabbage with vegetable oil - no restrictions.
Day 12
- Breakfast: Natural coffee with croutons.
- Lunch: Boiled or fried fish - 200 g. Fresh cabbage with butter - unlimited.
- Dinner: Boiled beef - 100 g. Kefir is not fatty - 1 cup.
Day 13
- Breakfast: Natural coffee.
- Lunch: boiled eggs - 2 pieces. Boiled or raw cabbage with butter. Tomato juice - 1 cup.
- Dinner: Fish (boiled, stewed, fried) - 200 g.
Day 14
- Breakfast: Natural coffee.
- Lunch: A portion of boiled or fried fish - 200 g. Fresh cabbage with butter.
- Dinner: Boiled beef - 200 g Kefir - 200 g.
Getting off the diet
After a two-week restriction on food, it is very important to get off the diet correctly. This will not only help to consolidate the result, but will also help the body to overestimate without problems. For 3-5 days, continue to limit yourself to cakes, do not abuse salty foods and alcohol. Introduce new foods that were not on the diet menu gradually, in small portions.
As you can see, the classic Japanese diet for 14 days, the menu and rules of which are given above, is a simple and quick way to become slimmer without much effort. It is harmless and safe for health, however, it should be remembered that it will be possible to carry out a turning course of weight loss in 6-7 months, when your body finally becomes stronger and gets used towith a new diet.