The Flat Belly Diet

Diabetics beware! I am type2 diabetic. According to the authors claims, this plan is beneficial. On the 1st day of the 4 day cleanse, my blood sugar shot up to 300 (2x higher than it should have been at that time of day). I was tired, sleepy, and had a horrid headache all day. On the 2nd day, more of the same. My fasting blood sugar level was 60 points higher than normal. Still had a headache. My blood pressure and pulse rate were high. I guess I would have less belly fat if I were in a coma or go into cardiac arrest. The only thing I recommend on this diet is the sassy water. The recipe is not worth $32 though.

This diet truley works!! I saw Liz on Good Morning America and The Rachel Ray Show the first part of the year, and the diet sparked a big interest. I was looking for a "heart healthy" diet, as my father died from heart disease and diabetes in December 2008. I've never had heart problems, but know this is hereditary, and I'm in my 40's and wanted to take care of myself. I should also mention, I have never been overweight, but after having two children, I had a small pouch in the stomach area and what I like to call "back fat" that didn't go away no matter how much I exercised! Anyway, I started this diet in March 2008, and my energy level rocketed!! My purpose was to get "heart-healthy," BUT I got additional benefits!!! I lost 8 pounds, and my trouble spots melted away ( NO MORE stomach or back fat)!!!! The writers of this book are genuises!!! Yes, it is all just common sense, but first time in my life, I acted on common sense, and it paid off. Neighbors noticed my energy and weight loss, and asked what I was doing. Four of my neighbors are now on this diet, and losing weight too! One neighbor has already lost 17 pounds going into his third week.

I would suggest actually reading the book to understand the statements about losing "belly fat." The author talks about the "dangerous fat" surrounding the belly that we don't see (under the skin). This viscerlla fat is dangerous, and way too close to other major organs (heart, liver., etc). Eating a diet high in monounsaturated fats will target this dangerous fat, and when that fat begins to go away, you will obviously notice a flatter belly.

I've made the "flat belly diet" a healthy lifestyle change, and have been going strong on this diet for 7 weeks.

Hello all.
I have ordered the book. I am at my witts end. I have tried multiple diets..i think i bought my first Slim Fast at the age of 12. How sad. Anyhow, now i have read some positive feed back on this diet..and i am hoping that it really works. I have not been this down on myself in a long time. Anyhow, i really hope that i get the positive results that others have posted. Thanks again for the posts. Sometimes you have to wonder if people even read them, i can honestly say i have and i am hoping to be able to add some positive stuff on this site as well.
Thanks again.

does anyone have any examples of the diet for breakfast, lunch snack and dinner?

I'm on day 5 of the diet & so far I've lost 5 lbs, and a total of 8"! So far it's very easy & I'm moving forward.

I agee with you. The diet sounds simple and easy to follow I tryed many diets and I like how this one sounds. I sent for the book . sooo i'll see, I have good feelings.

I can understand where you're coming from. I do think there are a lot of people out there ready to make a quick buck by suggesting the next miracle cure. And what better cause than weight loss? It's what we all seem to be consumed by.

But.. at the same time, most of these products (not all) are based on healthy eating choices: moderation, limit bad fats, more fiber, etc. It's not a miracle cure. It takes work and self-will, but it IS a good thing. Sure, this information is out there already, but if this particular packaging of it helps someone finally follow what they know they should be following, then I'm not one to argue. ;)

don't be a hater

Wow. I believe you write just to appease yourself! Why don't you look on the bright side? People are still interested in getting healthy and are actively TRYING NEW THINGS TO GET HEALTHY along the way. It seems as though this flat belly thing is really working for people- so WHY do you bother being the "negative Nell" and standing back shooting holes in their attempts? If you're so fed up- WHY are you on this site? Does it make you feel better to belittle others with hopes? Perhaps you should find a website for sarcasm and human disdain? People in here are asking valid questions and looking for support. If they wanted negativity- that would be EASY to find in this world. Perhaps *that is the key* - You're in here because no one in your "real world" wants to hear what you have to say so you come into places like this to bash yet a fresh crowd of listeners? You seem to be well versed in the soap box lectures, like you referenced. You might want to go get a soapbox of your own and hope for a crowd. No one in here wants to hear your negativity. Thanks for playing along. Go finish that box of twinkies in the shadows of your lonely littl existence. Oh, and for the record, Day 6, down 2.5 lbs and a flatter belly...so THERE!

what does Sassy water consist of

There is something to this diet, but I yet do not know what it is. (I dont have the book, my wife and I just did the 4 day plan) It cleared up my sinuses and no longer snore, so my wife tells me. I did loose the big "gut" and feel better. I am a diabetic and I did not experience the problems a diabetic wrote about. I did not feel good the first day and did have a headeach. I resumed my coffee consumption in the morning of the second day, and my headache went away. You do urinate a lot on the first day and probably cleans a lot of the impurities from your system. I did excercise 30-60 minutes every other day.

I have been married 34 years and all those years I have only eaten Whole grains in breads and pasta and haven't used sugar. I use moderate amouts of sea salt and go low fat or grape seed or olive oils with my foods. We don't eat alot of cheeses either.We don't have cakes donuts or sweet breads except on occasion We don't buy pizza.wings,burgers and fries.When we go out to eat we order broiled fish or chicken. We grow our own veggies I cook from scratch. Yes God made it and we have enjoyed it but we must need guidence on how to enjoy it the right way. When the severly over weight doctor told me to loose some weight He handed me a paper with a list of foods "Not to eat" on the left side and a list "To eat" on the right. I told him I only eat the food on the right. He just looked at me and made no further comments. He was no help. This diet helps.

Funny, You nailed it.
You know what to do...now do what you know!

I have been following this diet diligently for about 2.5 weeks. I lost 4 lbs. the first week... but nothing since then. I'm very frustrated as my calorie count is at leaste half what it was pre flat belly diet. Is anyone out there experiencing this hold?
SCM

OK, it's on its way.

Dear Ailene Homan,

Send me your money. More good will come out of you sending me your money than you buying a book. There are millions of diet plans on the internet for free. Or how about this... Exercise, eat healthy, and drink only water. Like Christine said, if that don't get it done...suck it in!
-Mrs. Shedmy B. Abyweight

Its not that easy for everyone!...i exersize about 2 hrs a day 6 days a week...thats about 1 and a half hours of intense cardio and 30 mins of working on Abs and strength training. And i am a very healthy eater lots of fruits and vegetables with very little fat and lots of water. Despite that i'm doing what most people would assume to work perfectly, i still cannot seem to lose the fat around my belly and its not just as easy as sucking it in. I've even lost 20 pounds in the last few months but very very little of that came from my waist. I just don't understand.