South Beach Recipes Phase 1

South Beach Diet Phase 1 - How to Survive the First Two Weeks

By Emma Martin

Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet, which lasts two weeks, is pretty similar to the Atkin's Diet "induction" period, which, not so coincidentally, also last two weeks. This is the most stringent aspect of the entire diet plan because you will be removing a lot of things that most people really enjoy eating from your diet.

As part of the publicity for South Beach, they tout that you can lose weight without feeling hungry. With the amount of food that you are allowed to have on the plan during phase one, this is actually pretty true. But hunger and cravings aren't really the same thing. You really are not likely to be hungry, i.e. feeling your stomach growl and holding on by your fingernails until your next meal rolls around. What are you likely to experience though is cravings for the carbs that you've suddenly been weaned off of.

During phase 1 of the South Beach Diet, starchy carbohydrates such as breads, rice and pastas are completely banned from your diet, as well as all of the sugary stuff like ice cream, candy, sodas, etc. While two weeks may feel like a long time to do without any of these foods, if you persevere, most dieters find that the cravings start to subside around the 4th day or so as you get used to not eating those foods. They'll be reintroduced gradually during phase 2.

In order to deal with your cravings during those crucial first few days, it's best to take the bull by the horns. Tell yourself you will not cave! And then, when the craving strikes, get up and do something different to what you are doing at that moment. Get outside and take a quick walk around the block. Go make yourself a tall glass of ice water and drink all of it. Call a friend on the phone just to say hello. Just break what "craving moment" by doing something else and let your mind settle onto a different task.

Another important aspect of phase 1 success is to make sure you go to the grocery store and use your South Beach shopping list before you start phase one. Don't wait until you've already started and then head out to do your grocery shopping. Get stocked up before you begin and don't skip the good stuff - enjoy fine cuts of meat, seafood that you might not normally make part of your regular weekly diet (such as lobster!) and try doing a little experimenting with your vegetables. Find a few recipes for artichokes or spaghetti squash instead of eating salads, spinach and broccoli all the time!

Phase one of the South Beach diet may seem tough at first, but it will get easier.

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Questions about south beach recipes phase 1

Can anyone recommend any South Beach diet recipes (PHASE 1)?

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salemsale292000 Replied: Gingered Chicken BreastProvided by: The South Beach Diet Online"Ginger and lemon add sparks to everyday chicken breast in an easy South Beach Diet marinade. Phase 1 never tasted so good."Original recipe yield: 4 servings.Servings:4 (change) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------INGREDIENTS:1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves --------------------------------------------------------------------------------DIRECTIONS:Combine the lemon juice, ginger, pepper, and garlic in a small bowl. Place the chicken breasts in a deep bowl. Pour the ginger mixture over the breasts, turning once to coat both sides. Cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours. Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Heat the skillet on medium-high until hot. Add the chicken. Cook, turning once, until tender, about 8 minutes. Note:This recipe is optimal for Phase 1 of the South Beach Diet.

Does anyone have any good Phase 1 South Beach Diet recipes? I am just starting this diet & appreciate any help

lvsdsny Asked: Does anyone have any good Phase 1 South Beach Diet recipes? I am just starting this diet and could use all the help I can get. Thanks in advance.

Lisa T Replied: A good recipe for bbq chicken is take 4 chicken breasts and brown them in a nonstick skillet. Then separate in a bowl mix 12oz of diet rite cola and 1 cup of 1carb ketchup. Once the chicken is brown add the ketchup and cola mixture into the skillet. Bring to a boil. Once it boils turn down the heat to medium low and let set for 45 minutes turning halfway. After 45 minutes take the lid off and turn the heat down to low until the sauce thickens (sometimes you have to turn the heat off for it to thicken but it's usually hot enough your food won't get cold). It makes a really sweet bbq sauce that I really like. And it makes enough for left overs for lunch or dinner the next day.A great dessert for phase 1 also is take a sugar free fudgecicle (sp?) and put it in a bowl and microwave for 10 seconds. Then add 1tbsp of peanut butter and a small amount of whipping cream..mix together in bowl and chill for about 5 minutes. It tastes like peanut butter ice cream.

What's your favorite South Beach recipe in Phase 1?

BeThAnY Asked:

carcar Replied: Portabella pizzasYou take a portobella mushroom, take of the stem and turn it upside down. Put cheese on it, slice up tomato and peppers and onions or whatever else you want!put it ona cookie sheet, bake it at 375 until the cheese melts. soooo yummy

South Beach Diet phase 1 dressing recipe?

360media Asked: Does anyone have an acceptable recipe for the South Beach Diet phase 1 salad dressing? I'm tired of the olive oil only. Thanks!It's going well. Thanks for asking:-) The only thing I've done differently is having a 4 oz. glass of wine in the evenings (love my wine)! It might defeat the purpose, but I've dropped a pound and a half in two days!

raykinney1960 Replied: I have not seen a recipe, but I am thinking (getting ready for phase 1 myself) why couldn't you add some garlic, basil and oregano to extra virgin olive oil for an italian flare? So how is phase 1 going for you?

what's a good south beach recipe for phase 1 using shrimp?

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Steve G Replied: Grilled Rosemary Shrimp Skewers with Sea SaltSUBMITTED BY: South Beach Diet - Online"Enjoy Phase One with this great shrimp dish. Infused with the classic Mediterranean herbs rosemary and thyme, these quick-cooking skewers look fabulous and taste even better. The skewers can be cooked on a ridged cast-iron grill pan, on a home grill or in the broiler. Ask the fishmonger to shell and devein the shrimp for you."Ingredients:16 extra-large shrimp, shelled and deveined2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves16 4-inch rosemary skewers (see below)Sea saltPrep:In a medium non-metal bowl, combine shrimp, oil and thyme. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or up to 6 hours.For rosemary skewers: Pull half of the leaves off each stalk, so that leaves remain on one end. Sharpen the other end into a point with a paring knife. Thread shrimp onto the pointed end of each skewer, as shown in photo.Heat a grill, grill pan, or broiler. Cook shrimp about 3 minutes per side, until they turn opaque and start to curl slightly. Place on serving platter; sprinkle with sea salt.

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