THE DIET EVERYONE'S TALKING ABOUT!Developed by noted Miami cardiologist Dr. Arthur Agatston for his patients, THE SOUTH BEACH DIET became a national phenomenon-because it works. It's not low fat. It's not low carbs. It teaches you to use the right carbs and the right fats to change your body chemistry to burn fat, help reduce your cholesterol, and help prevent metabolic syndrome (pre-diabetes). As a result, you'll lose weight quickly and safely. Dr. Agatston's plan allows you to eat the foods you love-meat and fish, cheese, healthy oils and nuts, vegetables, and the right carbohydrates and sweets. There's no mandatory exercise, and you're never left craving more food. Structured in three simple phases, this may be the easiest diet that you've ever tried.PHASE ONE: Say goodbye to bad-for-you "goodies"! Your cravings will disappear...and so will eight to thirteen pound.PHASE TWO: Your stomach is visibly smaller and favorite foods are back on the menu!Your body is burning calories, not storing them! PHASE THREE: The stage that lasts the rest of your life-normal foods in normal portions.You will keep your ideal weight...and maintain your health and vitality.With recipes and meal plans for each phase!"The real value of the book is its sound nutritional advice."-Newsweek

ARTHUR AGATSTON, M.D. , is a cardiologist who has served on committees of the American Society of Echocardiology, the American College of Cardiology, and the Society of Atherosclerosis Imaging, where he is a member of the founding board of directors. He lives in Miami Beach with his wife, Sari, and their two children.

Understanding the South Beach Diet
Losing Weight, Gaining Life	p. 3
Good Carbs, Bad Carbs	p. 6
A Brief History of Popular Diets	p. 17
A Day in the Life	p. 25
Good Fats, Bad Fats	p. 32
Hello, Bread	p. 41
It's Not Just What You Eat, It's How You Eat It	p. 52
How Eating Makes You Hungry	p. 61
Is It Diabetes Yet?	p. 75
How to Eat in a Restaurant	p. 85
Back to Cardiology	p. 91
Why Do People Occasionally Fail on This Diet?	p. 100
Meal Plans and Recipes
Phase One Meal Plan	p. 111
Phase One Recipes	p. 128
Phase Two Meal Plan	p. 183
Phase Two Recipes	p. 200
Phase Three Meal Plan	p. 243
Phase Three Recipes	p. 258
Credits	p. 295
Index	p. 296
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