Blood Type Diet
The Blood Type Diet is based on the best-selling book "Eat Right For Your Type" which was written by Peter D’Adamo. The theory behind it is that our different blood-types cause our bodies to react differently to different foods. Thus, we should eat our foods based on our body types. It is supported by an intriguing evolutionary theory, and there is some good anecdotal support. This program focuses on overall health instead of solely on weight management. However, several nutritious foods are cut out of the diet without a clear explanation.
This diet is best for people who truly believe that their blood type determines what types of foods they should eat. This plan is not for people who are trying to lose a lot of weight quickly, but it is good for people who want to develop a healthy lifestyle, and who don’t mind preparing meals from scratch, which might be time-consuming.
With the Blood Type Diet, foods are divided into 16 categories and then labeled as "highly beneficial", "neutral", or "avoid" accoRDIng to each of the 4 blood types.
Type O people are encouraged to eat a diet that is high in protein, no grains, and do aerobic exercise.
Type A people are encouraged to eat a vegetarian diet that is high in grains and low in fat and should only do mild exercise along with meditation.
Type B people are encouraged to eat a diverse diet with many different food groups, including dairy, and should do mild exercises like swimming or walking.
Type AB people are encouraged to combine the diets of the A and B people, and do relaxation exercises.
The Sixteen Food Types are:
- Meats & poultry
- Seafood
- Oils & fats
- Dairy & eggs
- Beans & legumes
- Nuts & seeds
- Grains & pasta
- Breads & muffins
- Cereals
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Juices & fluids
- Spices
- Condiments
- Herbal teas
- Miscellaneous beverages.
Reading D’Adamo’s book, "Eat Right For Your Type" is a must before beginning this program, but since many dieters have had success with this approach to weight loss it might be worth the effort.
Pros:
- Diet is based on the evolutionary theory.
- It supports a vegetarian diet, for people with the right blood type.
- The important role that lectins have in the diet might be of value.
- Recognizes that different diets are right for different people.
- Not costly- people are encouraged to eat natural, fresh foods.
Cons:
- No solid meal plan to evaluate or follow.
- Certain data implies that the theory regaRDIng lectin absorption needs to be explored more.
- It is necessary for you to cook from scratch.
- Eating at restaurants is not easy.
