The 17 Day Diet is a weight loss diet claiming to offer up to 12 pounds of weight loss within the first 17 days. It’s said to help people lose weight by confusing the body, keeping metabolism in a fat burning state.
No pre-packaged foods or supplements are required. Foods are to come from whole foods found in grocery stores. There’s 4 different cycles one has to follow, each one lasting 17 days, except the final phase which is followed for the entirety of one’s life, if one happens to not gain any more weight:
• Accelerate: This part of the diet promises fast results, as well as nutrients to help get rid of fat in stubborn areas. It’s said that digestive health will be improved, and sugar will be removed from one’s diet in to further decrease fat storage.
Only 1,200 calories are allowed per day. This phase promises between 10 to 12 pounds of weight loss. It's likely most of the weight loss in this phase is not fat but water. Carbohydrates are strictly restricted, which is the reason why water weight is lost, as they are known to hold unto water.
A low calorie diet of just 1,200 calories might be unhealthy according to Live Strong.com:
“Do not attempt a low-calorie diet unless you are under the strict supervision of your doctor”
“Some symptoms of severe calorie restriction are weakness, fatigue, cold intolerance, irregular menstrual periods, dizziness, constipation and swelling”
It may also promote more serious issues such as gout caused by high uric acid in the blood. The same group adds:
“not taking in the proper amounts of vitamins, protein and electrolytes, you are at risk for malnutrition disorders”
Since much less food is allowed, this places the body not just in a deficit of calories, but also less nutrients due to the loss of many foods.
They also point out the flaws of long term dieting like this:
“You are more likely to burn muscle than fat”
It’s believed that because of the reduction of calories and carbohydrates that most of the weight loss will only be water. Live Strong.com adds:
“It’s possible to lose as much as 20 pounds of body during one week, most of which is water”
This initial loss of water will likely return once one reintroduces carbohydrates. There are possible symptoms caused by a lack of carbohydrates as well, since they are the brain’s primary fuel source via its glucose. This can lead to side effects such as:
Brain fog, loss of focus, and difficulty thinking.
Reduced reaction time, fatigue, and difficulty exercising.
Nausea, mood swings, and issues with regulating temperature.
• Activate: This changes from the low calorie planning found in the first phase, alongside a much higher calorie allowance. 5 to 6 pounds of weight loss is said to be possible.
The intention of this plan is to help the body’s metabolism constantly be confused, so it activates at a higher level. There’s no proof however that this is actually true. No clinical studies have shown that metabolism is changed for the better when one reduces and suddenly raises calories.
• Achieve: Another 2 to 3 pounds of weight loss are said to be possible. One also introduced better eating habits to stick with in this phase. Things like portion control are taught. A 17 minute spot reduction workout is offered, which is meant to be a way to target specific areas that have body fat. Though this claim has been disproven according to Examine.com:
“Spot-reduction (losing fat in one place) is not possible”
• Arrive: By this point all eating habits should be established to allow for continuing this diet for the rest of one’s live. Some occasional cheat meals are allowed on the weekend. This point is intended to help one keep their weight steady.
US News had this to say about the diet:
“no studies have specifically evaluated the 17-day-diet- and “body confusion” has not been scientifically proven”
This diet is similar in fact to other low carbohydrate diets which offer quick weight loss. Examine.com adds:
“people on low-carb diets lose weight because they naturally eat less and avoid the large binges caused by carbohydrate cravings”
EDITOR’S TIP: Combine this diet with a proven meal replacement such as 18 Shake for better results.
The 17 Day Diet Quality of Ingredients
The kinds of ingredients used are wholesome since only grocery foods that are unprocessed are allowed. The issue is that the diet itself has not been proven to be any different than any other low carbohydrate diets.
There’s also a suggested 17 day cycle for 3 of the phases. There’s no evidence that 17 days are needed for metabolism to be confused and working at a high level. The diet also emphasizes spot reduction which also has not been scientifically proven.
The Price and Quality of the 17 Day Diet
The book itself sells for $18.88 on Amazon.com, though there are also cookbooks, new editions, and reduction plans offered under the same basic diet strategy. There are also optional supplements, DVD’s, and workout gear offered.
Other process to consider is the costs for grocery shopping, as meals need to be cooked at home to prepare them the right way.
Business of The 17 Day Diet
The creator of the book is Dr. Mike Moreno, a family medicine practitioner. He has no background in nutrition or weight loss.
Here are some reviews from users who posted their reviews online:
“couldn’t make it past a couple of days because of how hungry I was”
“highly disappointed and disgusted that U had wasted my money on a book with concepts that I already knew”
“it’s really difficult to keep up, long term. It isn’t really 17 days”
“I found this book similar to common sense previous diets… no sugar, no white anything”
The common concern from most users was that there wasn’t anything in this diet but common sense weight loss tips. This includes not eating processed foods, white and refined grains, sugar, and other unwanted foods.
There were also issues with people having it really difficult to keep up with the diet long term, since there are many restrictions and extreme calorie restrictions. People also added that they regained all their weight when they reintroduced carbohydrates into their diets.
Before making a final decision on the 17 Day Diet, it’s important to look over all the available facts. Many people who used it say they found it to be hard to maintain due to the extreme calorie restrictions in the first 17 days. This 1,200 calorie limit is not advised to be followed without the help of a doctor, according to health websites. There’s also an extreme limit on carbohydrates to start with, which is likely the reason there’s any weight loss, which is mostly water weight and not fat.
The 2025 best diet of the year is called the 18Shake Diet. It offers a combination of two all-natural diet supplements. A diet pill that raises metabolism with no added stimulants, and a nutritionally well rounded meal replacement that customers say helps suppress appetite, all while having a pleasant taste. Many people have left testimonials and positive reviews saying how effective this diet is for sustained weight loss.
I WENT TO KNOW THE PRICE FOR THE BOOKS AND HOW CAN I GET IT THAT I AM STAY IN HOUSTON TEXAS PLEAS ADVS FULL DATLES ABOUT IT THANKS BEST RGDS
posted Feb 16th, 2011 2:37 am
Amy
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Grace, you sound like a person that blames everything but yourself and an excuse maker. It's to expensive, I can't eat enough, I got bronchitis, I don't eat green things...seriously don't expect to be healthy then!! Nobody is forcing you to do this diet. Buying supplements, as you recommend, costs more than buying fresh veggies. Trader Joes has greek yogurt that is very inexpensive...I also just bought dannon greek yogurt 10 for $10 ON SALE!. Shop around or better yet keep being miserable while the rest of us work to improve our lives. How can eating healthy be a fad! The idea is is to start eating better and living a better life. Complain somewhere else.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 11:32 pm
Toni
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I've been on this diet for almost 17 days and I've lost 9 lbs without even working out. I could only imagine how much more if I did. I haven't stuck to this diet completely and have had pizza, coffee and alcohol. The diet is far from restricting. The things the Dr. tells you to eat are things that are good for you. He is teaching you how to eat healthy 17 days at a time. I wish I followed it completely but I don't as I don't really have breakfast every day or the 2 servings or probiotics. I don't drink green tea or the warm lemon water before breakfast. I do however make sure that I only eat healthy choice for lunch and dinner. Like I said I had that binge day where I ate 4 slices of pizza because my body craved it!! But I wouldn't think its a fad diet as your suppose to be learning how to eat better through the 4 cycles. Also, you're allowed to eat as much veggies as you like and proteins. I for one like this as I don't have to calorie count and I'm never hungry unless I choose to skip a meal. So, I'm enjoying this diet or the parts I'm following.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 3:49 pm
v. williams
why don't you put it in book stores so that people without computors can get it.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 2:13 pm
sarah
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i love the diet i lost 10lbs in 17 days!!!
posted Feb 15th, 2011 9:11 am
Rose
I emailed the good doctors website, I asked if this diet would help people that have thyroid probems.
They told me, this diet is for healthy people.
Well if I were healthy I would not need this diet, so if you have thyroid problems like millians of us do this diet is not for you.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 8:48 am
Charmin
Dear Grace, What the heck are you talking about? If you want food exchanges and calorie counting do another diet. I like this diet because it is simple. You don't have to spend a lot of good exercise time worrying about the numbers. As far as the expense there's nothing in the book that says you have to eat expensive salmon. Chicken and turkey are very inexpensive meats and tuna is a nice change. While the greek yogurt and fresh vegetables may cost a little more, you have to consider the money you'd normally be paying to go out to eat or for drinks. Also, there is no reason for you to get sick on this diet. While I try to watch my portions of meat you are actually allowed unlimited amounts of these. The salads I eat are huge. You're even allowed some condiments. I especially like including some salsa in the dishes I make. Most of us who need to lose weight have enough negativity in our lives. I know this site is to review the diet but many of us have found a place here to compare notes and support each other. If you don't like this diet--try another--but don't discourage us.
I have been on the 17 day diet ,through the first cycle . now Im on day 5 of the second cycle .Its sooooo easy , and Im down 18.5 lbs already .I lve it , I believe it is going to save my life .Thank you for this book
Sticking to the diet like glue and only lost 3 pounds in 7 days (goal is 20). Big deal. Should have saved the $30 it cost for the book.
posted Feb 14th, 2011 9:15 am
Lloyd
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Works great. Been on for 7 days and have lost 10 pounds.
posted Feb 13th, 2011 7:59 pm
Grace
I am finding that this is just another fad diet. In order to keep it interesting you must have the information to be able to . this whole thing is very restricting and I think you will find that the weight loss will not last. I want to know what the "calorie intake" should be for the day, fat, sodium etc the doc does not divulge this. What about a food exchange. I mean, I know alot of people that hate anything green. Not a good thing but hey food habits have alot to do with parenting in the younger years. This diet is way too expensive for most folks that are either low on work or on unemployment right now. Cut costs by taking oral green tea and probiotics. Take oral omega 3 as well, salmon where I am is 13.99 per pound. 6.99 for 32 oz of greek yougurt (the one without added salt to m ake up for the fat free) this book does nothing to teach you how to read labels and weed out the BS. Look at the fat free cheeses. For goodness sakes give up a little fat and get 3 times the sodium. Say good by to the weight loss, not because of fat but the salt water weight. We lost 16 lbs in cycle 1 but it is all water. Scientifically the first 20% is water. So 200 lb at 20% means the first 20 lbs is H2O and does not mean so much. This could have been achieved with mere sodium reduction and a little activity. There is the pms section the ethnic section how about I got really sick section. Well I did...bronchitis and well I was not getting enough food energy to fight it, this caused an asthma flare, which then turned to pnuemonia...doctor at the ER said get off that fad diet at least long enough to get better. your body must have certain things to keep the immune system fucntioning and based on the diet I showed him he said "and that aint it!!!!!" If you have something like t his come up stop the diet and eat what makes sense and get better. 24 hrs more and I would have ended up in a room with a view and 3 days worth of breathing treatments...not exactly a spa vacation.
posted Feb 13th, 2011 4:58 pm
Brenda W
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So far i have lost 5 pounds in 5 days i love the first phase of the diet not sure if i have been eating everything i can have but doing ok. I ordered the book a long time ago never got it. so i have been eating foods from tips you all put on here unfortunately no one has said much about what you can have at phase 2 for food if anyone would share the list it would be GREATLY appreciated I love this forum and seeing that alot of others struggle with me ARGH! thanks to all and lets keep our heads held high and show the world there is hope and strenghth and will power in all of us!
posted Feb 13th, 2011 1:26 pm
Sandy
Karen, you wrote that you are at a stand still after losing 10 lbs the first 17 days and you have moved into phase 2 with no movement on the scale; I have had the some problem even though I am still in phase I day 13. But when the scale stopped moving 3 days ago and I have been following the diet exactly, I decided to measure myself. I found out that I was losing inches instead of lbs. at least for now. I'm hoping that the scale will start moving again soon. After the first 17 day period is up I am going to start going to the gym. My exercise so far has consisted of walking 1/2 an hour a day. I too was hoping for a greater weight drop the first 17 days. I have lost somewhere between 8-12 lbs so far, I didn't weight myself the first 3-4 days of the diet. I guess the weight wasn't put on overnight so I can't expect it to come off overnight, it sure would be nice though. Good luck to you.
posted Feb 12th, 2011 11:37 pm
Erica
I started this diet 5 days ago and lost 6lbs, I jog a mile on the treadmill then do sum weights. I love tea and the water goes down great. First diet that I ever lost weight on. Now I'm tryin to get my mother to join me in this great journey!
posted Feb 12th, 2011 4:14 pm
Barbara McDowell
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I love the diet. I am on day 16 and have lost 13 pounds. I do not crave sweets and enjoy eating my different fruit snacks. I try to find portein that both my husband and I can have but I just add a few extras for him. Jog 1 mile on the treadmill a day. Next I go to cycle 2. Can't wait.
posted Feb 11th, 2011 4:52 pm
scca
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It is working. My wife and I started it on Jan 2. I've lost 17 lbs, she 12 following the diet pretty closely. Despite all the veggies, constipation an issue that never plagued either of us. Both drinking all that water and teas. Now on phase 3, so starting to enjoy more foods again. Phase 3 meal lunch suggestions seem a bit complicated for full time working folks who have to bring a bag lunch to work daily.
posted Feb 11th, 2011 4:40 pm
John Stewart
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I want to let all of you who may be teetering on whether or not to do this diet know that it does work! I have ample weight to loose and am very pleased with the results so far! I am ten days in to the diet and have lost 21 lbs, my daughter has lost 10 lbs and my wife has lost 10 lbs. So in just ten short days 3 off us have lost over 40 lbs! I read these comments about how expensive the fish is and on and on! I ask you this how expensive is it to live unhealthy, over weight and short on energy! This diet is as expensive or in-expensive as you want to make it! I also want to point out that just 3 days into it my energy level was through the roof! Its unreal! Its an investment into your future into yours kids and grand kids future! What is your future worth to you?? I know what mine is worth! Please feel free to ask any questions you want to. My email is johnstewart01@yahoo.com!
Smile, keep your chin up, you can do this!
As my wife says "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels"!!!
posted Feb 10th, 2011 9:03 pm
vicki
Why is it so hard to find acidophilus milk? Can i have sweet acidophilus milk? I have always been a "cold glass of milk in the morning" person & this has been the hardest part. : (
The 17 Day Diet is a weight loss plan available in a book from Dr. Mike Moreno, a family medicine practitioner in San Diego, CA. His book was born of a weight loss plan he prescribed to his overweight patients, namely as a way to manage the holidays. The friendly Dr. Mike, as he is known to his patients, is proactive in helping them manage their health and weight, and even created a program called "Walk with Your Doc" back in 2008. Two days a week he and patients meet for a walk to encourage them to exercise and keep the doctor-patient relationship thriving.
In November 2010, The 17 Day Diet debuted on an episode of Dr. Phil with a raving endorsement from the doctor. That appearance was immediately followed by one on The Doctors (the two shows are jointly produced), and a weight loss challenge between viewers of each program initiated. The self-published book was an overnight success and Moreno's supply could not keep up with the overwhelming demand.
In spring 2011, Moreno fielded multiple offers from publishing houses interested in purchasing the book's rights, and he awarded those to Simon & Schuster, who immediately ran a second printing of the book. The only difference was a revised cover. This second printing helped push The 17 Day Diet to sales of more than one million copies by the end of 2011.
During 2011, Moreno and his publishers also produced the 17 Day Diet Workbook, a Spanish-language version of the book, and started work on a 17 Day Diet Cookbook that will debut in spring 2012. They also started a partnership with Bistro M.D. to manage a 17 Day Diet meal plan, with meals suited to the diet's specifications delivered to customers at home.
How the 17 Day Diet Works
The 17 Day Diet relies on a style of weight loss known as metabolic confusion, which means you're changing up what you're doing on a regular basis to keep your body from settling in to a routine.
Like many popular diet programs, 17 Day Diet is cyclical, using four phases, or cycles, to progress people from start to goal. The diet itself does not actually last a mere 17 days, instead, that is the length of time for each of the four cycles.
Cycle 1: Accelerate. Jump start the program and facilitate rapid weight loss, cleansing, and fat burning. Discourages fat storage.
Cycle 2: Activate. During this cycle you will "reset" your metabolism.
Cycle 3: Achieve. Develop healthy eating habits, and develop a new understanding of how to eat carbs.
Cycle 4: Arrive. Considered the maintenance phase and the culmination of what was learned in the first three cycles. On weekends, you have freedom to enjoy just about anything you like.
If you make it to cycle four and have not yet reached your goal, then it is encouraged and advised that you jump back to another cycle and continue your efforts, on schedule. Cycle four is considered the maintenance phase, and is reserved for those who've reached goal by following the guidance outlined in the first three cycles.
The 17 Day Diet provides direction for a healthy way of eating that is sustainable - it's clean, includes healthy carbohydrates, lean proteins, healthy fats, and eliminates processed and fried foods.
The fitness aspect is minimal, especially at the start with only 17 minutes of exercise per day proposed. However, followers are encouraged to do more as they are physically able and comfortable to expand their fitness regimen.
PRO
Created by a medical doctor who specializes in weight loss
Promotes clean eating
Possible to lose weight at a steady and healthy rate
Includes a maintenance plan
The "diet" is sustainable
Provides a clear and organized eating plan
Promotes exercise
Book is available nationally
Spanish-language version available
Vegetarian-friendly
Diabetic-friendly for types 1 and 2
Diet is flexible to suit unique dietary needs or taste
Some food specifications create confusion with users
Recommended rate of weight loss exceeds most industry standards of 1-2 pounds per week
No online community support or access to experts
Beginner exercise recommendation is lower than industry standard of 30 minutes per day
EXERCISE
The 17 Day Diet makes minimal recommendations for exercise; however, like many diet plans, it does not dismiss the necessity of a regular fitness regimen completely.
For beginners, the 17 Day Diet recommends a mere 17 minutes of exercise each day. This can be as simple as walking, you can follow along with the 17-minute workout DVD that is sold on the book's website.
As you progress through the program, become stronger and more able-bodied (for those with no prior history of exercise), the advice is still loose but encourages you to double or triple the amount of time you spend working out each day. Guidance is given to do activities that you love, with walking always being a go-to sport.
Cycle 1: 17 minutes of exercise per day
Cycle 2: 17 minutes of exercise per day
Cycle 3: 40-60 minutes of aerobic exercise most days
Cycle 4: Try to do an hour on the weekends, in addition to a regular regimen throughout the week
DIET and NUTRITION
The 17 Day Diet relies on a cycled eating plan to help you lose weight. During four cycles, each lasting 17 days (or longer in cycle four), you'll change how many servings of healthy carbohydrates, lean proteins, and healthy fats that you eat each day.
Overall, The 17 Day Diet is a clean-eating plan, with guidance to eat the "right" kind of carbs, meaning white grains and fresh fruits and vegetables, not processed "white foods," like bread, crackers, and cookies. You'll eliminate processed foods, processed sugar, and fried foods; you might balk at the thought of this, but it's guidance that any healthy eating plan is going to provide.
Each of the four cycles has its own objective, whether it be jump starting your fat burn, resetting your metabolism, teaching portion control, or recognizing true hunger. Through this process, you'll actually start to crave the foods that are nourishing your body, like a meal of roasted turkey with asparagus, rather than a burger and fries.
It's fair to want to know exactly what you'll be eating before taking on a new diet. The 17 Day Diet book outlines detailed meal plans for each day of each cycle, so all you have to do is shop and prepare, eliminating the worry and frustration over what you can or cannot eat. The following is a snapshot of what a day of meals look like on each 17 Day Day cycle:
Rate of Weight Loss*: 5-10% of total body weight; 10-20 pounds
Breakfast: Plain low-fat yogurt with fresh berries, green tea
Lunch: Green salad with a variety of vegetables like tomato and cucumber with a homemade vinaigrette, green tea
Dinner: Grilled salmon, choice of raw or steamed vegetables, green tea
Snacks: Sugar-free fruit-flavored yogurt, choice of one fruit
Cycle 2: Activate
Goal: Rest the metabolism, stimulate fat burn
Rate of Weight Loss*: Half of cycle 1; 5-10 pounds
Breakfast: Scrambled egg whites, half grapefruit or in-season fruit, green tea
Lunch: Baby spinach salad with tomatoes and feta and homemade vinaigrette, green tea
Dinner: Grilled turkey patties, side salad, green tea
Snacks: Fresh berries, plain low-fat yogurt
Cycle 3: Achieve
Goal: Nurture healthy eating habits, reintroduce more foods, move closer to goal weight
Rate of Weight Loss*: Half of cycle 2; 2.5-5 pounds
Breakfast: High-fiber cereal with skim milk, fresh berries, green tea
Lunch: Whole-wheat pita with lettuce, tomoato, feta cheese, Italian dressing; baby carrots; green tea
Dinner: Barbecued boneless chicken breast, steamed vegetables like asparagus or broccoli, green tea
Snacks: choice of one fruit, Skinny Cow ice cream sandwich
Cycle 4: Arrive
Goal: Maintain goal weight
Brunch: Blueberry waffles with syrup, turkey sausage, orange juice Dinner: Grilled chicken breast, steam broccoli, green tea Snacks: Sugar-free fruit-flavored yogurt, raw baby carrots
These rates of weight loss were determined during an interview with Dr. Mike Moreno in 2011. This is the amount of weight he says you could safely lose within each cycle. Pounds lost are based on a 200-pound person. The industry standard rate of weight loss is 1-2 pounds per week.
The 17 Day Diet Meal Plan from Bistro MD
If you're short on time or not yet comfortable with your skills in the kitchen, the 17 Day Diet Meal Plan is available from Bistro MD, a leader in the meal delivery space. Each meal follows your progress through each cycle, each day to help keep you in line with the 17 Day Diet guidelines.
17 Day Diet Special Notes
The diet is suitable for both type 1 and type 2 diabetics. In an interview with Dr. Mike Moreno in 2011, he noted some type 2 diabetics have used 17 Day Diet and reduced or eliminated their need for medications. For type 1 diabetics, he advises more diligent assessment of sugar levels.
The diet is flexible enough to meet the needs of vegetarians. You'll simply modify the protein suggestions, for instance, replacing fish and chicken with soy, dairy, and legumes.
Those who don't care for seafood or fish can also alter the diet and replace with the other lean protein of their choice, like turkey, chicken or pork.
If green tea doesn't appeal to you, this can also be skipped by replacing with a green tea supplement and/or at least one cup of the tea each day.
I and my husband have been on this diet since May and I have lost 45lbs, went from a size 16 to a size 8 and my husband has lost 40lbs so far.This is by far the best "diet" I have been on. It is so easy and such a great change in our eating habits. - Tessa Letzinger 12/31/11
I lost 7 lbs in the first week and I feel great. I will continue on until I reach my goal weight.I am really excited and I feel so much in control. Unlike other diets this is very realistic. - Tammy 12/13/11
I've been on this diet for 40 days now, and I've lost a total of 25 lbs!I love this diet, and feel so healthy on it. Its the diet plan I have been waiting for! - Beth 12/8/11
I have lost 60 lbs in 7 months.I feel great am doing things I haven't been able to do in years. My diabetes is under control. - Susan C. 10/9/11
This is the greatest diet there has been and it does WORK if you eat what he tells you to eat and don't cheat.Healthwise, it makes you feel so much better and it is because of what you are putting in your mouth. - Carol 8/15/11
The 17 Day Diet, by Dr. Mike Moreno, only debuted in 2010 and quickly rose to compete with some of the biggest and oldest names in dieting. The book comes with mostly sound nutritional and fitness guidance and is oulined in such a way that makes it easy, almost effortless, to follow and see results.
One of the best things about this weight loss plan is its design to not only help you lose weight, but set you up for sustainable weight maintenance, which is the true sign of a quality program.
It's availability via a book makes it widely accessible and affordable, so there are no on-going fees, unexpected charges, or recurring needs to re-subscribe. Purchase it once and you could use it for life.
On The 17 Day Diet you'll "re-learn" how to eat, focusing on a balanced diet of lean proteins, whole grains, fresh fruits ad vegetables; and you'll eliminate the junk and processed foods that were no doubt a culprit in your weight and health issues.
Be sure to follow the fitness guidance, as moderate as they may be. If you're comfortable with doing more, speak with a trainer, medical professional, or continue to follow your own tried-and-true regimen of daily physical activity.
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(Page 38 of 56, 1103 total comments)joyce walls
this works and the pounds go down not just the inches
posted Feb 16th, 2011 9:42 pmCharmin
Sorry it's, the17daydiet .com.
posted Feb 16th, 2011 8:14 pmbarbeaq
I WENT TO KNOW THE PRICE FOR THE BOOKS AND HOW CAN I GET IT THAT I AM STAY IN HOUSTON TEXAS PLEAS ADVS FULL DATLES ABOUT IT THANKS BEST RGDS
posted Feb 16th, 2011 2:37 amAmy
+Grace, you sound like a person that blames everything but yourself and an excuse maker. It's to expensive, I can't eat enough, I got bronchitis, I don't eat green things...seriously don't expect to be healthy then!! Nobody is forcing you to do this diet. Buying supplements, as you recommend, costs more than buying fresh veggies. Trader Joes has greek yogurt that is very inexpensive...I also just bought dannon greek yogurt 10 for $10 ON SALE!. Shop around or better yet keep being miserable while the rest of us work to improve our lives. How can eating healthy be a fad! The idea is is to start eating better and living a better life. Complain somewhere else.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 11:32 pmToni
+I've been on this diet for almost 17 days and I've lost 9 lbs without even working out. I could only imagine how much more if I did. I haven't stuck to this diet completely and have had pizza, coffee and alcohol. The diet is far from restricting. The things the Dr. tells you to eat are things that are good for you. He is teaching you how to eat healthy 17 days at a time. I wish I followed it completely but I don't as I don't really have breakfast every day or the 2 servings or probiotics. I don't drink green tea or the warm lemon water before breakfast. I do however make sure that I only eat healthy choice for lunch and dinner. Like I said I had that binge day where I ate 4 slices of pizza because my body craved it!! But I wouldn't think its a fad diet as your suppose to be learning how to eat better through the 4 cycles. Also, you're allowed to eat as much veggies as you like and proteins. I for one like this as I don't have to calorie count and I'm never hungry unless I choose to skip a meal. So, I'm enjoying this diet or the parts I'm following.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 3:49 pmv. williams
why don't you put it in book stores so that people without computors can get it.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 2:13 pmsarah
+i love the diet i lost 10lbs in 17 days!!!
posted Feb 15th, 2011 9:11 amRose
I emailed the good doctors website, I asked if this diet would help people that have thyroid probems.
posted Feb 15th, 2011 8:48 amThey told me, this diet is for healthy people.
Well if I were healthy I would not need this diet, so if you have thyroid problems like millians of us do this diet is not for you.
Charmin
Dear Grace, What the heck are you talking about? If you want food exchanges and calorie counting do another diet. I like this diet because it is simple. You don't have to spend a lot of good exercise time worrying about the numbers. As far as the expense there's nothing in the book that says you have to eat expensive salmon. Chicken and turkey are very inexpensive meats and tuna is a nice change. While the greek yogurt and fresh vegetables may cost a little more, you have to consider the money you'd normally be paying to go out to eat or for drinks. Also, there is no reason for you to get sick on this diet. While I try to watch my portions of meat you are actually allowed unlimited amounts of these. The salads I eat are huge. You're even allowed some condiments. I especially like including some salsa in the dishes I make. Most of us who need to lose weight have enough negativity in our lives. I know this site is to review the diet but many of us have found a place here to compare notes and support each other. If you don't like this diet--try another--but don't discourage us.
posted Feb 14th, 2011 8:34 pmcakelady
+I have been on the 17 day diet ,through the first cycle . now Im on day 5 of the second cycle .Its sooooo easy , and Im down 18.5 lbs already .I lve it , I believe it is going to save my life .Thank you for this book
posted Feb 14th, 2011 2:37 pmLori
-Sticking to the diet like glue and only lost 3 pounds in 7 days (goal is 20). Big deal. Should have saved the $30 it cost for the book.
posted Feb 14th, 2011 9:15 amLloyd
+Works great. Been on for 7 days and have lost 10 pounds.
posted Feb 13th, 2011 7:59 pmGrace
I am finding that this is just another fad diet. In order to keep it interesting you must have the information to be able to . this whole thing is very restricting and I think you will find that the weight loss will not last. I want to know what the "calorie intake" should be for the day, fat, sodium etc the doc does not divulge this. What about a food exchange. I mean, I know alot of people that hate anything green. Not a good thing but hey food habits have alot to do with parenting in the younger years. This diet is way too expensive for most folks that are either low on work or on unemployment right now. Cut costs by taking oral green tea and probiotics. Take oral omega 3 as well, salmon where I am is 13.99 per pound. 6.99 for 32 oz of greek yougurt (the one without added salt to m ake up for the fat free) this book does nothing to teach you how to read labels and weed out the BS. Look at the fat free cheeses. For goodness sakes give up a little fat and get 3 times the sodium. Say good by to the weight loss, not because of fat but the salt water weight. We lost 16 lbs in cycle 1 but it is all water. Scientifically the first 20% is water. So 200 lb at 20% means the first 20 lbs is H2O and does not mean so much. This could have been achieved with mere sodium reduction and a little activity. There is the pms section the ethnic section how about I got really sick section. Well I did...bronchitis and well I was not getting enough food energy to fight it, this caused an asthma flare, which then turned to pnuemonia...doctor at the ER said get off that fad diet at least long enough to get better. your body must have certain things to keep the immune system fucntioning and based on the diet I showed him he said "and that aint it!!!!!" If you have something like t his come up stop the diet and eat what makes sense and get better. 24 hrs more and I would have ended up in a room with a view and 3 days worth of breathing treatments...not exactly a spa vacation.
posted Feb 13th, 2011 4:58 pmBrenda W
+So far i have lost 5 pounds in 5 days i love the first phase of the diet not sure if i have been eating everything i can have but doing ok. I ordered the book a long time ago never got it. so i have been eating foods from tips you all put on here unfortunately no one has said much about what you can have at phase 2 for food if anyone would share the list it would be GREATLY appreciated I love this forum and seeing that alot of others struggle with me ARGH! thanks to all and lets keep our heads held high and show the world there is hope and strenghth and will power in all of us!
posted Feb 13th, 2011 1:26 pmSandy
Karen, you wrote that you are at a stand still after losing 10 lbs the first 17 days and you have moved into phase 2 with no movement on the scale; I have had the some problem even though I am still in phase I day 13. But when the scale stopped moving 3 days ago and I have been following the diet exactly, I decided to measure myself. I found out that I was losing inches instead of lbs. at least for now. I'm hoping that the scale will start moving again soon. After the first 17 day period is up I am going to start going to the gym. My exercise so far has consisted of walking 1/2 an hour a day. I too was hoping for a greater weight drop the first 17 days. I have lost somewhere between 8-12 lbs so far, I didn't weight myself the first 3-4 days of the diet. I guess the weight wasn't put on overnight so I can't expect it to come off overnight, it sure would be nice though. Good luck to you.
posted Feb 12th, 2011 11:37 pmErica
I started this diet 5 days ago and lost 6lbs, I jog a mile on the treadmill then do sum weights. I love tea and the water goes down great. First diet that I ever lost weight on. Now I'm tryin to get my mother to join me in this great journey!
posted Feb 12th, 2011 4:14 pmBarbara McDowell
+I love the diet. I am on day 16 and have lost 13 pounds. I do not crave sweets and enjoy eating my different fruit snacks. I try to find portein that both my husband and I can have but I just add a few extras for him. Jog 1 mile on the treadmill a day. Next I go to cycle 2. Can't wait.
posted Feb 11th, 2011 4:52 pmscca
+It is working. My wife and I started it on Jan 2. I've lost 17 lbs, she 12 following the diet pretty closely. Despite all the veggies, constipation an issue that never plagued either of us. Both drinking all that water and teas. Now on phase 3, so starting to enjoy more foods again. Phase 3 meal lunch suggestions seem a bit complicated for full time working folks who have to bring a bag lunch to work daily.
posted Feb 11th, 2011 4:40 pmJohn Stewart
+I want to let all of you who may be teetering on whether or not to do this diet know that it does work! I have ample weight to loose and am very pleased with the results so far! I am ten days in to the diet and have lost 21 lbs, my daughter has lost 10 lbs and my wife has lost 10 lbs. So in just ten short days 3 off us have lost over 40 lbs! I read these comments about how expensive the fish is and on and on! I ask you this how expensive is it to live unhealthy, over weight and short on energy! This diet is as expensive or in-expensive as you want to make it! I also want to point out that just 3 days into it my energy level was through the roof! Its unreal! Its an investment into your future into yours kids and grand kids future! What is your future worth to you?? I know what mine is worth! Please feel free to ask any questions you want to. My email is johnstewart01@yahoo.com!
posted Feb 10th, 2011 9:03 pmSmile, keep your chin up, you can do this!
As my wife says "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels"!!!
vicki
Why is it so hard to find acidophilus milk? Can i have sweet acidophilus milk? I have always been a "cold glass of milk in the morning" person & this has been the hardest part. : (
posted Feb 10th, 2011 3:33 pm