Best Greek Diets
Sonoma DietThe Sonoma Diet is a New Greek mediterranean diet from author and dietitian Connie Guttersen. The name “Sonoma” comes from a region in Northern California, USA, that has a prominent wine industry. RulesThe rules of the Sonoma are based around the Greek Mediterranean Food Pyramid. Enjoyment of food, gourmet cooking, and moderate portion sizes are the keys of this diet. The weight loss program has 3 stages (called waves). Wave 1 is a more restrictive phase lasting 10 days. The idea is to break ties and addictions with sugary and fatty foods - however this is not a severe induction phase. Wave 2 is the primary weight loss phase where each meal is created with appropriate portions. There is no calorie counting or special foods or supplements. Wave 3 is a lifelong eating pattern for weight management. Sonoma comes with a wine guide to assist in selecting the appropriate wine to accompany the evening meal. Power FoodsThe Sonoma Diet singles out a selection of foods that it calls “power foods”:
Online Sonoma DietThe Sonoma Diet online program is fee-based and contains the following tools:
Sonoma Diet PlanBreakfast Lunch Dinner 1 glass Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Syrah (optional) Snack FinallyThe Sonoma Diet is a healthy and balanced diet from an author well-versed in the Greek Mediterranean style of eating. Whilst growing popularity may cause some to see the diet as a fad, it remains an excellent diet none-the-less. |
