The 1200 calorie diet plan

The 1200 calorie diet is one that is far more practical and safer than something like the crazy 500 calorie diet and when followed correctly I have seen many people lose up to 10 pounds in little less than three weeks "Three weeks….But I want it all of now!" Sorry folks that is not going to happen. The secret to a successful diet is patience without having to endure too much hardship. Every person I have witnessed who did a harsh diet for quick results always, always but it back on.

So if you don't want risk ending up twice your size and are willing to put extra special effort in to losing weight then the 1200 calorie diet may be the one for you.

But be warned! Although you don't need to made of steel, or brave enough to win a Purple heart, - but these atributes will help- you do need to be as persistent as a dog digging for a bone. The 1200 calorie diet is not a diet for the faint hearted - which is the first reason why I never did one.

At first the a 1200 calorie diet may not seem like enough food,- the second reason why I abstained - after all the average Western citizen eats 3 times this figure- and third reason:- I was above average. The 1000 calorie diet plan is considered safe and has proven to be a successful gradual weight reduction program. However: The disclaimer. As with any diet, contact your doctor to make sure it's right for you.

Here are a few tips that can make a 1200 calorie diet flow a bit smoother.

1. Eat 4 - 6 small meals and snacks daily.And I emphasise the "small"

2. Don't over complicate your diet . You are not trying to win any competitions and will make it easier to organize and create your meals

3. Eat slower. I am not sure why but many friends who have done a 1200 calorie diet have told me it helped them enjoy the food more.

4. Drink plenty of water, 8 to 10 glasses per day

5. Try to use variety in your meals. This takes away the feeling of "I am on a diet"

6. Take a natural dietary supplement such as an appetite suppressor, metabolism enhancer, or fat blocker at the very least always take some form of multivitamin. Just to ensure your body receives all the necessary nutrients.

Breakfast
1 whole grain muffin (no butter)
1 tablespoon peanut butter
½ banana

Mid-morning Snack
20 almonds
1 apple or pear

Lunch
2 slices low-calorie whole wheat
bread
2 oz. Turkey breast preferably
low sodium
1 oz low fat. cheese
1 tablespoon mustard
Tomato
Lettuce
1 orange

Mid-afternoon Snack
8 oz. low-fat yogurt

Dinner
3 oz. baked, broiled or baked chicken
breast (skinless)
1 cup of cooked vegetables of choice
2/3 c. brown rice

Evening Snack
1 cup full skimmed milk
2 low-fat cookies