South Beach Diet Sample Plan

The diet was originally developed for overweight heart patients. The patients experienced excellent results, not only in their general health but also lost weight.This diet is good, very good, and includes foods such as whole grains, healthy fats, fish, chicken, fruits and vegetables. Follow this plan for 14 days

* Breakfast

2 eggs scrambled with fresh herbs and mushrooms and 2 rashers grilled lean bacon. Plus a small glass of tomato juice and a decaf coffee or tea.

* Morning Snack

1 small chunk reduced-fat Cheddar cheese.

* Lunch

Chicken Caesar salad (no croutons) with 2tbsp Caesar dressing.

* Afternoon Snack

3tbsp low-fat cottage cheese with 1 tomato and cucumber.

* Dinner

Grilled salmon with steamed asparagus and a salad made from mixed leaves, cucumber, green pepper, cherry tomatoes and 2tbsp low sugar dressing.

* Dessert

Lemon Ricotta Crème made by mixing 115g/4oz reduced-fat ricotta cheese with a little sweetener and ¼tsp each of lemon zest and vanilla extract. Serve chilled.