In the desire to achieve a healthier lifestyle and body, various diet plans have been invented, tried and used in all parts of the world. Among these would be the Five Factor Diet, which has gained quite an impression and reputation. This program has been said to help Hollywood stars such as Mandy Moore, Eva Mendes, Jessica Simpson and Alicia Keys, among others. Knowing that these famous celebrities are actually trying this diet plan, perhaps it is just about time to think and consider doing it, too.
The Five Factor Diet which comes from a book having the same name, was written by a fitness trainer named Harley Pasternak together with Myatt Murphy. Harley has become quite famous when it comes to fitness expertise and has appeared on various television shows such as the Oprah Winfrey show and the Tyra Banks show. And although no scientific studies can prove its effectiveness, it obviously presents a newer and fresher approach to dieting. This is actually what the people are always looking forward to, something different and far from the traditional styles.
Basically, this diet plan is composed of 5 different elements that a meal should have - fiber, fats, fluids, protein and complex carbohydrates. It also recommends eating five meals a day, wherein each meal should contain 5 ingredients, taking a maximum of 5 minutes to prepare, and another 5 minutes to cook.
Aside from the diet plan, the book also suggests a five-day exercise routine, with 5 different types of exercises that you can do for five minutes each. A cheat day is also allowed once every week, where a person is allowed to eat anything on a particular day. The good thing about the Five Factor Diet is that it cannot be considered as a fad diet since it provides healthy eating tips and guidelines, and of course, the incorporation of regular exercise. Ideally, Pasternak recommends a five-week execution of this program, but it can also take a little longer especially if you are someone who is looking to lose more than 10 pounds.
Below is an example of a healthy recipe that can be included on your diet if you are presently trying this type of diet plan:
Broccoli-Cheddar Omelet
5 Main Ingredients
- egg whites (1 1/4 cups)
- chopped broccoli florets (you can also use any green vegetables available, aside from broccoli)
- cheddar cheese - non fat, shredded (1/4 cup)
- 4 slices of whole-grain toasted bread
- Mrs. Dash seasoning mix (1 tsp)
Other Ingredients - cooking oil spray, salt and black pepper to taste
5 Easy Directions
- Whip egg whites, Mrs. Dash, pepper and salt together.
- Spray cooking oil into a non-stick skillet. Put broccoli, cook and mix until the vegetables turn bright green.
- Mix in the egg whites, cook while stirring it to the center of the skillet. Turn it over once the egg mixture starts to set on the bottom.
- Drizzle with cheese then cover the pan and let it cook for about 30 seconds, or until the cheese melts.
- Best serve while hot. Slide over the plate with the toast then fold in half.
