Cereal Diet

So, you've heard about the cereal diet and you want to learn more about this plan.

You may have seen it advertised in commercials. There have been many versions floating around on websites and in emails. It's popular because almost everyone loves cereal and it's a great way to implement portion control without feeling deprived.

It's extremely easy to follow. The cereal diet is about replacing a meal or snack with a bowl of cereal. It works well because it's simple, affordable and structured without being difficult.

A serving of cereal is usually low in calories and filling. A box of cereal normally contains more than 10 servings per box, making it relatively inexpensive. This diet will be easy on your wallet and that makes it even more appealing.

If you're concerned about nutrition when replacing meals with cereal, don't be. We're going to cover a well balanced, less extreme but highly effective version of the diet.

THE PLAN

An example of a typical day on the cereal diet:

Breakfast:

• 1 serving of cereal with your choice of skim, 2% or whole milk.
• Cup of coffee with a teaspoon of sugar or your choice of low calorie sweetener.

Lunch:

• 1 serving of cereal with your choice of skim, 2% or whole milk.
• Diet soda or water.

Dinner

• Salad with one tablespoon of olive oil or salad dressing
• Broiled chicken breast (8 ounces) lean
• 6 ounce serving of greenbeans

This is a light but balanced dinner. You can substitute with similar foods but keep in mind, dinner must include 20 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber preferably from vegetables or leafy greens.

Snacks (choose any 3)

• 1 serving of cereal and milk
• 1 apple
• 1 orange
• 4 ounces of pineapple
• 6 ounces of lean turkey
• 1 ounce serving of nuts (eg: cashews, almonds, walnuts)
• Salad with a tablespoon of olive oil or salad dressing.

Free foods. You may snack on these without counting them. They will not affect your bottom line.

• Cucumbers
• Lettuce
• Asparagus
• Broccoli/Cauliflower
• Peppers (green, yellow, red, orange bell)
• Spinach
• Endive
• Tomatoes
• Green beans
• Celery
  

Remember not to add dressing, dips or oils to the above or they will no longer be free. Salt or vinegar is ok.