The Dukan diet, better known as the French diet, is one of the most popular because many are convinced of its effectiveness and achieve the desired results in a short time.
But, with all its advantages, you should be aware of certain disadvantages, because of which you should not rush and start with this diet just because your friend managed to lose weight.
The French diet was developed by French medical doctor Pierre Dukan. It consists of four stages, which last depending on how many kilograms you want to lose.
The first phase (lasts 3-10 days) allows you to take only protein. In the second phase of the Dukan diet (lasts until you reach your desired weight), protein intake alternates with vegetables.
The next consolidation phase occurs when the desired result is achieved and lasts 10 days for each kilogram lost. The final stabilization phase includes a healthy diet and daily exercise and lasts for the rest of your life.
Benefits of the French Diet
1. Motivation. Results are visible quickly.
2. A specific shopping list - makes it easier to choose products and encourages you to stick to the plan.
3. Obligatory breakfast - this meal is the key to any healthy diet.
4. Mandatory 30 minutes of physical activity per day, which is especially stimulating for physically sedentary people.
Disadvantages of the French Diet
1. Strict calorie restriction. Not everyone is recommended to consume 1100-1300 calories daily for a long period of time, as the person’s physical activity level and lifestyle should be taken into account. If the body is subjected to additional efforts that force it to “spend” more, it will very easily lead to fatigue and lack of energy.
2. Poor menu. The limited list of products in the first three stages may be too difficult for those who find it difficult to follow the rules.
3. Fatigue, bad breath, nervousness, constipation, hair, skin and nail problems due to low fiber intake may be side effects.
4. Obtaining energy exclusively from protein (in the initial stages) in order to limit carbohydrates and fats creates a high concentration of nitrogen, which puts stress on the liver and kidneys.
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