The Ultimate Weight Solution Dr. Phil
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Phillip McGraw, PhD, better known as Dr. Phil, published a book in 2003 entitled, The Ultimate Weight Solution-The 7 Keys to Weight Loss Freedom. Using his hard-core, no-excuse tone, Dr. Phil attempts to drive home his interpretation of what a diet and fitness overhaul entails.
Basics of Dr. Phil’s Diet
Decisions about what you eat, how you eat, when you eat, and why you eat are the basic diet questions you will be asking yourself throughout Dr. Phil’s program. He wants you to “get real” about all the factors that are a part every forkful of food you choose to eat.
This is not a fad diet, although it does promise “immediate results”. You can count on any quick weight loss to be the result of your own determination, motivation, and consequently, actions. There is no magical weight loss formula, although you may have a few “ah-ha” moments that prove to be major milestones toward reaching your weight loss goals.
7 Keys of The Ultimate Weight Solution by Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil defines 7 keys to permanent weight loss. His phrases and a basic interpretation of each are:
- Right Thinking - Understanding what you think about yourself and your weight
- Healing Feelings - Your emotional ties to food
- A No-Fail Environment - What and who is at your dining table influences your eating habits
- Mastery Over Food and Impulse Eating - What your food triggers are
- High-Response Cost, High-Yield Nutrition - No junk food
- Intentional Exercise - Reasonable physical activity
- Your Circle of Support - Surrounding yourself with people who care about you
Although each key can be simply defined, there is a lengthy, detailed chapter dedicated to each one. In his psychological language, Dr. Phil extensively explains why each of the 7 keys is vital to weight loss, and how to change them to your weight loss advantage. In the end, Dr. Phil guarantees permanent weight loss and a healthier lifestyle by instituting the appropriate changes.
Does It Work?
Any diet program that embarks upon the psychological side of eating is worth considering as part of a weight loss plan. Dr. McGraw offers you many ideas, “keys”, concepts and guidelines. If you are willing to embrace each key to its fullest, as described in The Ultimate Weight Solution, weight loss is likely to occur.
The nutritional component of The Ultimate Weight Solution is illustrated with food lists to help you put together meals. The list includes wholesome foods such as fish, lean meats and whole grains. A general outline of servings per day to consume from each food group is given. However, portion sizes are vaguely described, and the importance of total calories in relation to a person’s body weight is absent. For this reason, consulting with a nutritionist to determine your specific caloric requirement is beneficial to ensure weight loss.
Is It Safe?
Yes, for most healthy individuals there is no danger to his approach. There are no questionable pills, supplements or drastic regimes involved with this diet. As with any weight loss plan, however, it is highly recommended that you speak with your physician beforehand.
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