Blood type diet
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Unlike other diet plans that are based on a specific prototype of low-fat, low-carb, etc., this diet is predicated on the exact relationship between an individual and a particular food. Say you're blood type B. Turkey is acceptable but chicken is an avoid food because of the lectin in the organ and muscle meat. While most people would lump the two birds into the same flock of foods, there is a vast difference on how they affect certain blood types.
Here's a simple starter kit to help you gauge whether or not you're eating right for your blood type.
Type O
Foods that encourage weight gain: wheat gluten, corn, kidney beans, navy beans, lentils, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and mustard greens.
Foods that encourage weight loss: kelp, seafood, iodized salt, liver, red meat, kale, spinach, broccoli.
Tips for Type O: Emphasize animal proteins; focus on anger management; engage in aerobic exercise to reduce stress; use disciplines outlined in the book to help control Type O impulsive behavior; as you age, vigorous exercise is crucial.
Type A:
Foods that encourage weight gain: meat, dairy foods, kidney beans, lima beans, wheat.
Foods that encourage weight loss: vegetable oils, soy foods, vegetables, pineapple.
Tips for Type A: Emphasize vegetables; concentrate on stress management engage in yoga or gentle exercise to reduce stress; take naps or frequent breaks to stay focused; as you age, a regular sleep cycle is crucial to keep your health in balance.
Type B
Foods that encourage weight gain: corn, lentils, peanuts, sesame seeds, buckwheat, wheat.
Foods that encourage weight loss: green vegetables, meat, liver, eggs/low-fat dairy products, licorice tea.
Tips for Type B: Vary your diet; focus on creative outlets; engage in walking and meditation to reduce stress; use disciplines outlined in the book to avoid emotional overreaction; as you age, mental activities are crucial to retaining memory.
Type AB
Foods that encourage weight gain: red meat, kidney beans, lima beans, seeds, corn, buckwheat, wheat.
Foods that encourage weight loss: tofu, seafood, dairy, green vegetables, kelp, pineapple.
Tips for Type AB: Eat smaller, more frequent meals; focus on cultivating your natural spiritual tendencies; break up your day with physical activity to feel more energized; use disciplines outlined in the book to avoid feelings of isolation; be aware of your environment as you age, to avoid susceptibility to bacterial infections.
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