South Beach Diet

How is Atkins restrictive, and SBD not? Can u explain?
Although the SBD is restrictive in P1, it’s nowhere near the same degree of restriction as Atkins. On Atkins, you’re actually counting carbs; on the SBD, you can get as many carbs in as you like so long as you stick to the foods to enjoy list. You’ll have a hard time getting a carb load using that list since it excludes grains, but in theory you could get quite a bit more carbs than you would during Induction. During the second stage of each diet, the differences are stark as well. On the SBD, you reintroduce grains; do that on Atkins and you won’t get ketosis. Another major difference are the levels of fat and protein; both are VERY high on Atkins while on the SBD you tend to stay around the recommended norms.
There are similarities, of course but the biggest difference lies in the carbs and the fats; Atkins is low carb and high fat, SBD is healthy carb and healthy fat.

Myths:
* Fad diets work for permanent weight loss.
* Skipping meals is a good way to lose weight.
* “I can lose weight while eating anything I want.”
* Eating after 8 p.m. causes weight gain.
* Certain foods, like grapefruit, celery, or cabbage soup, can burn fat and make you lose weight.
* Natural or herbal weight-loss products are safe and effective.
* Nuts are fattening and you shouldn’t eat them if you want to lose weight.
* Eating red meat is bad for your health and will make it harder to lose weight.
* Fresh fruits and vegetables are more nutritious than frozen or canned.
* Starches are fattening and should be limited when trying to lose weight.
* Fast foods are always an unhealthy choice and you should not eat them when dieting.
* Fish has no fat or cholesterol.
* High-protein/low-carbohydrate diets are a healthy way to lose weight.
* Dairy products are fattening and unhealthy.
* Low-fat or no fat means no calories.
* “Going vegetarian” means you are sure to lose weight and be healthier.

differences and pros and cons of each- which are u on, and y do u prefer that diet over the other?

hmm

While I was actively on SBD I found that I lost 6 lbs without even really trying. You are supposed to cut out all carbs in phase one due to the fact that any breads, pasta, potatoes, etc, will cause u to gain the weight back a lot faster than while still eating them in moderation. If someone can give me GOOD pros/cons of Akins vs SBD, I’d be more than happy to check it out. BUT, since everyone just loves to bitch and cut ppl down (indirectly), then I won’t even bother.
Everyone has their own opinions, and should be free to express them. I admit that I am close-minded about Atkins- I’ve heard that it can cause health probs, and quite frankly, a diet like that is NOT worth my time.
Like I said, pros/cons lol

DECENT ones.

Anna

[INLINE] Shredded Chicken Salad - South Beach Diet Recipe (Phase 1)

THIS RECIPE INTENDED FOR PHASE ONE OR PHASE TWO
1.) In a skillet, bring one cup of salted water to a simmer. Add TWO BONELESS SKINLESS CHICKEN BREASTS, cover, cook over low heat five minutes. Turn off heat; let steam five minutes. Shred chicken with a fork.
2.) Cut one head ICEBERG LETTUCE and 2 RED BELL PEPPERS into strips; slice 3 SCALLIONS. Quarter 1 CUCUMBER lengthwise; slice thinly. Combine vegetables and chicken; season with salt.
3.) Toss with PEANUT VINAIGRETTE and 2 tablespoons CHOPPED PEANUTS

[INLINE] Roasted Portobello Salad with Blue Cheese - South Beach Diet Recipe (Phase 1)

3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; salt and pepper; 2/3 cup olive oil; 4 portobello mushrooms (1 1/2 pounds), stems trimmed; 3 heads endive, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick (about 4 cups); 8 oz. mesclun or mixed salad greens (about 10 cups); 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 4 oz. blue cheese
1.)Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Slowly add olive oil, whisking to emulsify. Set aside 1/2 cup dressing to toss with the greens.
2.) Place mushrooms, stem side up, on a baking sheet. Coat both sides with some of the remaining dressing. Roast mushrooms, brushing with more dressing every five minutes, until they are tender, about 15 minutes.
3.) Toss the endive, mesclun (or mixed greens), onion, and cheese with reserved dressing, and divide among salad bowls. Cut portobellos 1/2 inch thick, and arrange a few slices over each serving

[INLINE] Hot & Sour Soup - South Beach Diet Recipe (Phase 1)

5 cups canned no-salt added chicken broth, undiluted
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tsp minced fresh ginger
1 (4 oz) skinned and boned chicken breast half, cut into thin strips may sub pork tenderloin
1/3 cup canned bamboo shoots, cut into thin strips
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 c low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 tsp hot sauce
1/8 tsp pepper
1 egg white, lighly beaten
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup fresh snow pea pods
1 Tbls cornstarch (I don’t use this much, but it is what the recipe calls for)
1/4 cup water
Combine first 3 ingredients in a 2 quart saucepan; bring to a boil. Add chicken; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add bamboo shoots; simmer 5 minutes. Add vinegar and next 3 ingredients; bring to a boil. Drizzle egg white into soup, stirring constantly. (Lacy strands will form.) Stir in green onions and snow peas. Combine cornstarch and water; stir into soup mixture. Bring to a boil; boil 1 minute, stirring gently. Serve immediately.

[INLINE] Chopped Salad With Tuna - South Beach Diet Recipe (Phase 1)

2 Tablespoons white-wine vinegar; salt and pepper; 1/4 cup of olive oil; 1 head romaine lettuce (about 1 pound), chopped into one inch pieces; 1 can (15.5 oz.) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 can (6 oz.) tuna in oil (I prefer mine in water), drained and flaked; 1/2 cup black olives (about 20), such as Kalamata, Gaeta, or Nicoise, pitted and slivered (I did not see anything on whether or not you can have olives in PHASE ONE so i’m going to add them. Please, someone correct me if I am wrong!!); 1/2 red onion, cut into 1/4 inch pieces; 2 cups fresh curly parsley, coarsely chopped
1.) Place vinegar in a large salad bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Slowly add the oil in a steady stream, whisking to emulsify.
2.) Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl, and toss well to combine

[INLINE] Garbanzo Stir Fry - South Beach Diet Recipe (Phase 1)

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh Oregano
1 Tablespoon chopped Fresh Basil
1 clove garlic crushed (I used minced and 1 teaspoon)
1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans
1 zucchini, halved and sliced
1/2 cup sliced portabello mushrooms
1 red onion, chunked
1 red pepper sliced
1-2 plum tomatoes chopped
Directions:
1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Stir in all the spices, add the garbanzo beans and zucchini. Stir well to coat veggies with the spices. Cook covered for 10 minutes stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in mushrooms and cook until tender, stirring occasionally. Place the chopped tomato on top of the mixture. Cover and let the tomatoes steam fora few minutes, but don’t let them get mushy. Serve immediately.

[INLINE] Egg Drop Soup - South Beach Diet Recipe (Phase 1)

4 Cups Chicken Stock
1/4 cup green onion, sliced 1/4 inch pieces
1 egg
1 egg white, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1. Bring chicken stock to a boil in a large saucepan. Add onions
2. Remove from heat, slowly pour in egg and egg white, stirring gently as you pour. Add soy sauce and stir.