The Fasting Mimicking Diet is a short-term fast that gets outstanding results. This meal plan specifically targets belly fat and is an easy menu to follow.
Recipe Ingredients: - 2 cups pears - 2 cups Naturally Sweet Xylitol - 2 tablespoons lemon juice Directions: 1. Peel and dice pears. 2. Combine Naturally Sweet Xylitol, lemon juice and pears in a saucepan on stove top; simmer on low for about 15 minutes until juice comes out. 3. Simmer an additional 10- 15 minutes until reduced (making sure the jam does not stick to the pan). The longer the j...
These delicious and aromatic courgette fritters are one of the most popular starters at Yotam Ottolenghi's Soho-based restaurant, NOPI.
This quick and easy spanish quinoa recipe uses just 5 ingredients and is made in one pot. It's the perfect side dish for your next meal!
This protein-packed dish is full of flavor and will soon become a favorite. Did you know that quinoa has a perfect balance of all nine amino acids? This type of protein is rarely found in plant foods. Quinoa also has a dose of fiber and iron. The cilantro in this dish helps you digest beans without the sometimes present, gassy side effects. Enjoy this Fast Metabolism Mexican quinoa while you speed up your metabolism. Prep time: 10 minutes Total time: 35 minutes Serves: 4 (2 cups per serving) Phase 1 Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1 cup vegetable broth, divided2 cloves garlic, minced1 jalapeno, minced1 cup quinoa2 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed14.5-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes with juice1 cup diced bell pepper1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon cuminSea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to tasteJuice of 1 lime2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves Directions Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable broth, the garlic and jalapeno, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the quinoa, 1 cup vegetable broth, beans, tomatoes, bell pepper, chili powder and cumin; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce the heat and simmer until the quinoa is cooked through – about 20 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and cilantro, and serve immediately.
Your adrenal glands (you have two of them) are located on top of your kidneys. These little guys secrete stress hormones, everything from mental stress (like taking a test) to physical stress (like danger). Mental and physical stress both have the same effect on your body. The adrenal glands start pumping out the stress hormone cortisol as part of your body’s “fight or flight” response. If you were in real physical danger, you’d then run or fight. And after that physical response or release, your cortisol levels would drop. But what happens when you’re just generally anxious and stressed out? Your cortisol levels elevate – your body goes into fat-storage mode so that it’s ready for a crisis. But there’s no physical release. As a result, your cortisol levels stay high, and your body keeps storing fat. A similar process occurs when you’re not eating enough and not getting enough nutrients. Your adrenals trigger hormones again, telling your body “something is wrong, so let’s hold on to some fat just in case we’re not getting any more food for a while.” Your body doesn’t know what’s coming next. Our goal in Phase 1 is to break this vicious cycle by telling your body “hey, everything is okay.” We want your adrenals to chill out and calm down, lowering the production of stress hormones, and letting the body know it’s got everything it needs. This is a saucy, hearty jambalaya — the perfect balance of protein, grain, and veggies, making it an ideal one-dish meal for Phase 1. Phase 1 | Serves 6 | Prep time: 25 minutes | Total time: 1 hour 25 minutes Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped1 large green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped2 celery stalks, diced2 medium cloves garlic, minced8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced3 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, minced, plus more to serve1 large bay leaf1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (depending on whether you like it mild or spicy)28-ounce can diced tomatoes8-ounce can tomato sauce2 cups chicken broth1 1/2 cups brown rice, uncooked12 ounces spicy nitrate-free chicken or turkey sausage, sliced4 ounces nitrate-free turkey bacon, dicedSea salt Directions: In a wide, deep skillet (or a wide pot) with a lid over medium heat, sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until the onion is translucent. Add the chicken, parsley, bay leaf, and cayenne pepper. Sauté just until the chicken no longer looks pink. Stir in the tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, broth, and rice. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1 hour or until the rice is tender. Meanwhile, brown the sausage and bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. When the jambalaya is cooked, stir in the sausage and bacon, season to taste with sea salt and cayenne pepper, and serve sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley.
In this post, I will share five soup recipes you can use during your modified fast. They are inspired by the Prolon kit. I took the same ingredients and tried
My first week of phase two was ridiculously difficult. I was determined this week to come up with a recipe that tasted good and fulfilled all the requirements of a phase two meal. Here it is. Taco …
Spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg–which you find in this delicious recipe–are so great for digestion and contain anti-inflammatory properties. Don't forget that you can add as much delicious spice as you want to customize this recipe to your tastes! Phase 1 | Serves 2Prep time: 10 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cut into small cubes 2 tablespoons rice milk 10 drops of liquid stevia, or to taste 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Dash of ginger Dash of nutmeg Dash of sea salt 2 large egg whites DIRECTIONS Place the sweet potato in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of water, cover with plastic wrap (leaving a small vent hole), and cook in the microwave for about 5 minutes, until the potato is very soft (you could steam the sweet potato in a pot on the stove, if you prefer). Mash the sweet potato well with a fork. Add the rice milk, stevia, baking soda, spices, and salt and mash until smooth. In a bowl, whisk the eggs (or beat them with an electric mixer) until frothy. Fold the egg whites into the sweet potato mixture. Heat a nonstick skillet over low heat. Drop batter by spoonfuls into the skillet, making a pancake shape. Cook until browned on both sides, and serve.
This healthy muesli recipe is packed with whole grains, nuts, and seeds for an easy, satisfying breakfast.
A rich and hearty Beef and Lentil Stew Recipe full of healthy ingredients. This nourishing stew is a perfect family meal for cold winter evenings.
I love trying different fasting mimicking diet meal plans and recipes even though the FMD doesn't require any recipes. Some people drink a green powder shake
Who needs wheat? You can make great-tasting tortillas without the gluten in minutes with my Fast Metabolism Baking Mix. Use my gluten-free baking mix as you would use flour. These tortillas turn out light and pliable, ready to fill with goodies like shredded chicken, black beans, lean ground beef, and whatever fast-metabolism-friendly toppings you choose for Phase 1 or Phase 3 of The Fast Metabolism Diet.
Phase 1 and Phase 3 | Makes 16 browniesPrep time: 15 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes Ingredients 2 large whole eggs (Phase 3) or 4 egg whites (for Phase 1) ¼ cup raw cacao powder ½ cup xylitol 2 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon baking powder 1 cup Fast Metabolism Baking Mix Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F In a medium-sized bowl, whisk eggs together with vanilla, xylitol, and cacao until well blended. In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk the baking powder into the Baking Mix. Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture and stir until blended. Spoon into an 8” x 8” nonstick baking pan (or line a pan with parchment paper). Bake 14-16 minutes. Check with a toothpick for doneness. Cut into 2” x 2” squares. For Phase 1, 8 brownies is a grain portion. For Phase 3, 4 brownies are a grain portion.
I love trying different fasting mimicking diet meal plans and recipes even though the FMD doesn't require any recipes. Some people drink a green powder shake
Hydrate and stimulate the bowels with this delicious smoothie! Its ingredients also promote detoxification of the liver and release of fat-soluble toxins. Phase 2 | Serves 1 | Prep time: 5 minutes | Total time: 5 minutes Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped spinach1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 head cabbage1 lime, peeled1 cup ice cubes1/2 cup brewed senna tea Directions Blend the ingredients plus 1 cup of water until smooth. Serve right away. *Tip: It’s a good idea to chop your cabbage before blending it if you’re not using a high-speed blender.*Tip: Sometimes protein can cause constipation; it is very important to make sure the bowels move.
The goal of Phase 1 is to really flood the body with nutrients, which stimulates the activity of the five major players in digestion and metabolism: the liver, the adrenals, the thyroid the pituitary, and the tissues of the body.
These healthy and delicious lentil tortillas are made from just three ingredients and none of them is flour! They are gluten-free, low in fat, high in protein and super easy to make.
Like a melty caprese pasta, but with quinoa. It's a pretty good twist.
Phase 3 | Makes 20 cookies (serving size is 2 cookies) Prep time: 10 minutes | Total time: 20 minutes Ingredients 1/3 cup birch-based xylitol10 tablespoons tahini1/2 cup chopped nuts (Phase 3 permitted nuts)1/2 teaspoons cinnamon1/2 teaspoons nutmeg1/8 teaspoons sea salt1 cup gluten-free oatmeal1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut1 egg Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grind the xylitol in a blender until it becomes fine powder. Mix all ingredients together in a medium-size bowl until all are well blended. Drop heaping tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto a cookie sheet. Bake the cookies for 10 minutes or until the edges are slightly brown. Enjoy!
This Vegan Black Bean Chili takes just 15 minutes to make and is filled with all your favorite flavors along with black beans and split red lentils. It's loaded with over 50% of your daily fiber in each serving and filled with fresh flavors. This chili will fill you up and fuel you through your busy day!
