WATCH: Mum drops 42kg on ‘Kmart’ diet
The festive season is a time when many of us indulge in a second serve of pavlova, an extra cheeky cocktail and the numerous sweets and treats that are often hidden in the cupboards, thanks to family and friends gifting us with edible presents.
Unfortunately, over-indulgence over Christmas can leave many of us carrying extra weight – which no one wants. Fortunately, the U.S. News & World Report has analysed some of the world’s most popular diets to find which are the best diets overall.
#1 Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet recommends eating lots of fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains and legumes, while reducing the amount of dairy, fish, poultry, red meat and eggs. It is thought to prevent many diseases and keep you healthier, longer.
#2 DASH Diet
A flexible and balanced eating plan that aims to improve heart heath and blood pressure. The DASH diet promotes eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, poultry, fish and vegetables oils, but limits intake of sugary drinks and saturated fats, such as fatty meats, full-fat dairy products and tropical oils.
#3 Flexitarian Diet
This diet is primarily vegetarian with occasional meals that include a type of meat. Recent research indicates that a flexitarian diet is great for losing weight, improving metabolic health, blood pressure, and reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes.
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