Don’t: Eat an unbalanced meal
Your plate should be split into three equal sections: one filled with low-fat protein, and the other two with colorful carbs, like steamed veggies. Top it off with a dash of healthy fat from olive oil, almonds, or avocado. [Daniel Loiselle/iStockphoto]
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The low-carb Atkins diet leaves much to be desired. It's effective for short-term weight loss, but isn't great for overall health.
Nutrisystem determines portions, prepares and delivers your meals, and tells you what to eat and when.
On this diet, eat 5 Medifast products each day and one self-prepared meal. Medifast aids short-term weight loss, but isn't sustainable enough to last.
