Here are five successful diets in no particular order Atkins Diet: This is basically a low carbohydrates diet, named after its founder Richard Atkins.
The diet is divided into four phases with the first phase, induction being the most difficult with maximum restrictions.
This is where maximum weight loss happens.
The next step is to continue the weight loss but not as dramatically and is aptly called the Ongoing Weight Loss Phase or the OWL.
The next Phase is Pre Maintenance where you identify how much carbohydrate you can eat without putting on weight.
Finally the Lifetime Maintenance phase aims at continuing what the other phases have achieved and ensures you do not go back to old food habits.
When the diet is followed as directed it works very well.
GI Diet: The GI diet or Glycemic Index diet measure the effect food has on your blood sugar levels.
A high GI food raises the sugar levels faster giving you a burst of energy while low GI food digests slowly.
So a diet comprising of low GI food helps control your food cravings and unnecessary eating and helps lose weight in the process.
Weight Watchers Diets: The weight watchers diet has been around for some time and is one of the most successful diets.
It does not have strict do's and don'ts and the program also offers support for those who want it.
The basis of this program is a points system which helps individuals track what and how much they eat and guides them to eating healthier foods and not over eating.
Medifast: This is a high protein diet and is low on carbohydrates and fat.
There are separate diets for men and women and diets classified on the basis of age or certain diseases.
This helps lose the fat in the body while maintaining the muscle mass.
Medifast provides meal replacements for all the meals in the day.
Individuals are advised to eat five to six smaller meals through the day.
The main aim of this diet is to ensure that you eat well and eat healthy.
Nutrisystem: This is a weight loss program where individuals are sent pre packed nutritious and balanced meals depending on their choice.
It also provides online support, personalised counselling and other weight loss tips.
This diet is popular because you do not have to count calories or watch what you eat.
Everything is given to you at your doorstep and you just need to follow the program.
Consult your doctor before starting a weight loss plan.
With the guidance of your doctor the best weight loss plan can be chosen for what is best for you to achieve your goals.