What are the three Phases of the South Beach Diet?
The South Beach Diet is divided into three Phases: Phase 1: Eliminate Cravings and Kick-start Weight Loss Phase 1, the shortest Phase, lasts for two weeks and is designed to eliminate cravings for refined starches and sugar — and to jump-start weight loss for those who have a substantial amount of weight to lose. The purpose of Phase 1 is to stabilize blood sugar (which minimizes cravings), making it ideal for people who are prediabetic or diabetic — as well as for those who need to lose a lot of weight. The focus of this two-week period is on eating plenty of healthy (and delicious!) foods that satisfy your appetite. These foods include lean protein, such as fish and other seafood; skinless white-meat poultry and lean cuts of beef; high-fiber veggies; reduced-fat cheeses; eggs; low-fat dairy; and healthy, unsaturated fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts and seeds, and extra-virgin olive and canola oils. During Phase 1, starches (including pasta, rice, and bread of any type) and
