Ever heard of the spinach diet? They are not only obviously healthy and particularly tasty vegetables that lend themselves to an infinite number of recipes, but also ideal for getting back in shape. Spinach, in fact, are rich in minerals and vitamins, contain 90% water and very few calories, about 29 per 100 grams, reduce the absorption of sugars and help dissolve the so-called rolls of excess fat. Not to mention that they also have a strong satiating power, a fundamental detail when you decide to limit yourself to the table in favor of the line.
In fact, when we eat spinach, our body produces cholecystokinin and leptin, two hormones that increase the sense of satiety, reducing hunger and making us feel full after a few bites. Great, isn’t it? In short, the spinach diet combines taste and lightness and promises to lose up to three kilos in a single week, obviously combining this typically winter vegetable with other foods. (Continue after the photo)
If taken together with carbohydrates and fats, in fact, spinach reduces their absorption, counteracting the formation of fat pads and also slows down the production of insulin, the hormone that causes the accumulation of fat in the body. Scientific studies have shown that taking them regularly can cause a weight loss of about 6% in just three months. The spinach diet is particularly effective because it exploits the properties of this food to help us lose up to 3 kg in just one week, defeating cellulite and water retention. (Continue after the photo)
Spinach contains a lot of insoluble fiber, which improves digestion and helps purify the body. They eliminate waste substances and excess toxins in the body, with an important anti-carcinogenic and detoxifying action. They are rich in vitamins A, C and group B, they are perfect for filling up on fiber, natural antioxidants and mineral salts, they help lower cholesterol and facilitate the transformation of fats and carbohydrates into energy. (Continue after the photo)
How does this diet work? As mentioned, the daily menu does not include the consumption of spinach only, but also other foods such as meat, fish and fruit. Let’s see a ‘type menu’. Breakfast: Start the day with a nice spinach, ginger and cucumber smoothie. For example, at lunch you can enjoy ricotta ravioli with spinach, while at dinner you can opt for proteins with a plate of grilled chicken breast accompanied by a spinach salad.
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