Among the many diet plans for weight loss, the blood type diet stands out. She assumes that the preferred eating behavior is individual and depends on the biochemical processes in the blood. That is, a set of products suitable for the owners of the first group can harm the people of the third and vice versa.
The diet was developed by American nutritionists, D'Adamo's father and son. They developed a theory about the evolutionary influence of people's lifestyle on the biochemical processes of the body, as a result of which various blood groups were formed.
General principles
D'Adamo nutritionists have developed four detailed menu plans, one for each blood type. The father, James D'Adamo, began the investigation and the son, Peter D'Adamo, completed it. The result is a well thought out theory, whose main thesis is that the main difference between people lies in their blood type. The essence of these differences is in a different relationship with lecithins, cellular substances found in all tissues of the body. It is a building material and base that comes with food and differs depending on the type of food.
In 2014, Canadian scientists conducted large-scale studies that showed the diet's ineffectiveness.
The nutritional principles developed by D'Adamo are based on the selection of exactly those lecithins that the body needs depending on the blood group. Medicine and science are skeptical about this technique, but it does not lose popularity. In which the authors presented their research and recommendations, Eat Right 4 Your Type has topped the best-seller lists since its launch in 1997 - that's for 20 years. Patients who have weight problems come to the D'Adamo clinic. Here they undergo complex treatment: a diet combined with the intake of vitamins, relaxing procedures and psychological trainings. The blood type diet attracts celebrities, models, actresses, and television hosts who leave rave reviews.
The main provision of a diet to lose weight is to proceed in nutrition from what the distant ancestors did. Hunters should eat more meat, farmers, vegetables. The menu is thought out in detail; Recommended, undesirable and prohibited foods are indicated.
First blood group
Owners of the first blood group include 33% of people. According to D'Adamo and his predecessors, they are descendants of hunters, leaders, and hunters. Your diet must necessarily contain:
- meat, and preferably red, preferably beef and lamb;
- offal: liver and kidneys;
- oily sea fish: salmon, sardines, halibut;
- river fish: sturgeon, pike, perch;
- shellfish: mussels, oysters;
- of vegetables, berries and fruits: broccoli, lettuce, figs, prunes.
Every now and then add seaweed, sprouted grains, olive oil to the menu. The main rule is to provide the body with a sufficient amount of proteins and trace elements to help assimilate it. As drinks, you should choose tea with mint and rosehip broth.
The "hunters" of the first blood group tend to gain weight quickly due to a slow metabolism, which is aggravated by the abuse of non-recommended foods. D'Adamo classifies products with gluten as such, especially baked goods, milk, cottage cheese, yogurts, kefir. The presence of corn, beans, lentils, cauliflower on the menu has a negative effect.
People in this group should avoid excessive amounts of salt, apple juices. In general, the authors of the diet believe that "hunters" are distinguished by good digestion and good health. But at the same time, they must adhere to a conservative line in eating behavior and be careful when trying new things. Vigorous exercise is the key to the health and well-being of this category.
Second blood group
The people in this group are descendants of gatherers and farmers. Their diet is radically different: meat is highly discouraged and all vegetables and fruits must be present in large quantities. "Zemplepashtsy" on earth about 38% - this is the largest group.
The following products are recommended that will have a positive effect:
- most vegetables (exceptions are listed below);
- cereals and cereals;
- all vegetable oils;
- fruits, especially figs, lemons, plums, grapefruits;
- fish and shellfish that should replace meat: cod, trout, sardines and mackerel.
Women and men of the second blood group gain weight and lose health with meat. As a last resort, you can allow a piece of white, but under no circumstances is red allowed. Dairy products and foods high in gluten are adversely affected. It is necessary to reduce the consumption of beans, aubergines, potatoes, mushrooms, tomatoes. Bananas, coconuts, tangerines, papaya, fruit melons are not recommended. Do not drink black tea and orange juice, carbonated drinks.
Subject to the correct principles of nutrition, "farmers" are not threatened with digestive problems and excess weight. But the abuse of meat, according to D'Adamo, will lead to heart attacks and cancer.
Third blood group
20% of the planet's inhabitants who are lucky enough to be born with the third blood group are omnivores according to D'Adamo's definition. This group appeared later than the first and second, during migration and knows how to adapt to the situation. The ancient "nomads" ate whatever they had on hand at the time, and as a result of evolution, they developed resistance to the harmful effects of any food.
The menu of this group is varied and rich in various products. It must be included:
- meat and fish as protein sources, in addition, fatty sea fish contains a large amount of valuable fatty acids;
- eggs;
- dairy products;
- cereals and cereals;
- vegetables and fruits.
Buckwheat and wheat grains are not recommended, from vegetables: corn and tomatoes, melons and watermelons. The negative effect will be from the consumption of fat from pork, chicken, seafood, olives. Alcohol is harmful to health.
In general, the system assumes that "nomads" are prone to autoimmune diseases. It is easy for them to lose weight, and adherence to the principles of the diet will strengthen health and improve metabolism.
Fourth blood group
The youngest and rarest blood group, 10% of people belong to it. As part of the diet, their owners are called "riddles" or "townspeople. "D'Adamo has developed an unexpected and original diet for her that will help her lose weight and stay healthy.
The biochemistry of this group was formed only a millennium ago and is the result of an evolutionary process.
The doctor recommends:
- soy and tofu;
- fish and caviar;
- Milk;
- vegetables, fruits, berries;
- rice;
- dry red wine.
All these products have various beneficial effects on the body: they improve blood circulation, accelerate metabolism, strengthen the nervous system, etc.
Red meat and offal need to be removed from the menu. A large amount of protein and iron adversely affects the health of the "townspeople". From vegetables and cereals, corn, buckwheat, wheat, oranges, bananas, guavas, coconuts are not recommended.
The main problem in this category is the predisposition to diseases of the nervous system. Also, there is a high risk of cancer, heart attacks, and problems with the gastrointestinal tract. People in this group are prone to colds and have a weak immune system, so it is necessary to monitor a sufficient intake of vitamins. Diet and moderate physical activity will protect against disease.