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South Beach Diet A to Z: Phase 1

Why is Phase 1 So Strict?
Dr. Agatston says the purpose of Phase 1 is to relieve your cravings for sugar and starches. As an added benefit, you'll also achieve a significant amount of weight loss in a fairly short amount of time. It is possible to lose up to 14 pound upon completing these initial two weeks of the diet. Belly fat in particular will most likely be noticeably reduced.

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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).


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