| Foods to Eat on Phase 1 | |
Foods you will be eating during Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet include protein, dairy, beans, vegetables, and nuts. The acceptable foods include, but are not limited to:
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Certain Meats and Poultry, including
- Boiled ham
- Lean ground beef
- Turkey and chicken breast
- Canadian and/or turkey bacon
- Low- and/or non-fat lunch meat
- All types of seafood
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Beans, including:
- Black eyed peas
- Great northern beans
- Chickpeas
- Pinto beans
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A wide variety of vegetables, including:
- Tomatoes
- Squash
- Onions
- Mushrooms
- Lettuce
- Sprouts
- Spinach
- Okra
- One serving of nuts each day such as almonds, cashews, or macadamia nuts
- Low-fat cheeses
- Eggs
- Fats and oils such as olive oil, avocado, or mayo
- Sugar substitutes
- Treats such as sugar-free gelatin, hard sugar-free candy, and fudge pops
You will find both a complete list of these foods to enjoy, as well as the "forbidden" foods in the South Beach Diet book in the section about Phase 1.
Continue: Phase 2 of The South Beach Diet >>
(Please note: In order to correctly follow The South Beach Diet, you will need to read The South Beach Diet: The Delicious, Doctor-Designed, Foolproof Plan for Fast and Healthy Weight Loss, which is also available on CD.
You may also find the companion food guide helpful.)
South Beach Diet 101
Related Resources:
South Beach Diet 101: Phase 1
South Beach 101: Should You Stay on Phase 1?
South Beach Diet Main
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).
