PRINCIPLES OF THE LEMON DIET, IDEAL FOR FLUSHING OUT TOXINS FROM YOUR BODY AND ELIMINATING EXCESS POUNDS WITHOUT DANGER.
What is the lemon diet?
For several centuries, lemon has been credited with many detoxifying properties for the body . Indeed this small citrus fruit was used for a long time as a remedy against poisons and diseases. Now, it stands out as a real slimming and well-being ally, thanks to its fat-burning and depurative properties. The goal of the lemon diet is therefore to take advantage of all the benefits of this fruit in order to lose weight without losing shape, while maintaining a healthy and balanced diet. For this , the lemon must be present at each meal , from morning to evening and in all its forms.
Step 1: detox
The first step of the lemon diet is a detox day , which can be repeated for 5 to 7 days for optimal effect (consult your doctor's advice beforehand). The goal of this one is simple: to eliminate the toxins present in your body in order to purify it.. For this, favor all-natural products such as homemade soups, steamed vegetables and herbal teas. Drink a lot and don't forget the star drink of this diet: lemonade. You will have to start each day of your slimming treatment with a glass of this drink on an empty stomach then, after 30 minutes you can then have your breakfast. The lemonade simply consists of freshly squeezed organic lemon juice, filtered water, a little cayenne pepper (or ground ginger) and organic maple syrup too. Feel free to add some. drink up to 6 glasses (maximum) a day.
Step 2: full of energy
After completing your detox day, refuel by continuing to drink lemonade and eat foods rich in vitamin C. In addition to lemon, this category includes all citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits or even clementines; but also garlic, broccoli, cabbage, fennel, bell pepper… The caloric intake will be minimal and your diet will return to the path of 'normality' while being truly healthy.
Step 3: sugar reduction
Lemon calibrates the diffusion of sugar in the blood. Reinforce its activity by eating foods rich in fiber and with a low glycemic index (rice cake, wholemeal bread, etc.). One of the principles of the lemon diet is to regulate your sugar intake, for this, be careful to decipher the labels of your food products , avoid those containing too much glucose, maltose or dextrose (known to be the "sugar sportsman"). However, be careful not to run out of sugar, this could trigger hypoglycemia, which is dangerous for the body.
Step 4: choosing the right fats
To ignore fat would be a serious mistake since our body needs it daily. It is therefore simply necessary to discern the good from the bad. Good fats are found in essential fatty acids (fatty fish, seeds, nuts, nuts, etc.) and in monounsaturated fatty acids (olive oil, macadamia nuts, dehydrated almonds, etc.). Without abusing it, consume it every day.
Lemon diet, pluses and minuses
- The lemon diet is easy to follow and presents little risk of being demotivated , unlike other diets where there are many deprivations.
- All 'healthy' foods being accepted, the feeling of frustration is relatively limited.
- This slimming technique purifies your body and brings you a real feeling of well-being, do not hesitate to put it into practice twice a year.
Lemon diet, duration and effectiveness
Count about 3 weeks to see your superfluous kilos disappear , however this figure varies according to your original overload and your physical activity. Weight loss will be more intense if you exercise regularly.
