| South Beach Diet A to Z: Phase 1 | |
Obesity & Extending Phase 1
It is not mandatory that you stay on Phase 1 for longer than two weeks if you're obese. It is your option. You will still continue to lose weight if you proceed into
Phase 2 after 14 days, just at a slower rate than Phase 1.
People who are considered obese can stay on Phase 1 up to a month; the morbidly obese can stay on Phase 1 for up to two months. Dr. Agatston recommends adding exercise, such as aerobics or walking, if you stay on Phase 1 for an extended period.
South Beach Diet A to Z
Suggested Reading:
The South Beach Diet by Arthur Agatston, MD
The South Beach Diet Good Fats Good Fats Guide
The South Beach Diet Cookbook
The South Beach Diet Quick & Easy Cookbook
Source:
The South Beach Diet : The Delicious, Doctor-Designed, Foolproof Plan for Fast and Healthy Weight Loss, Arthur Agatston, MD, St. Martin's Griffin (April 19, 2005 edition).
