Negative Calorie Dieting?
Question: Is there really such a thing as “negative calorie dieting?” The idea behind it is that some foods have so few calories and require energy to digest. The end result of eating them is a net loss. For example, celery has so few calories and requires more calories to digest than it contains; eating celery therefore results in a net loss of calories. Is this true? Does it really work? Justin Leonard: I did some research on “negative calorie dieting.” As expected, it looks as if the authors are trying to find another way to make money off of something that already exists. The name sounds attractive, but the term “negative calorie dieting” basically describes the fat burning process as a result of a low calorie diet. It means absolutely nothing! Admittedly, a “negative calorie diet” plan can work because you’d be eating like a rabbit. Food Breakdown Question: I’m very confused. If someone is to have high blood pressure, what kind of food is appropriate? I would think you have to cut