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CSIRO Wellbeing Diet
This controversial yet popular Australian diet was supported by the Commonwealth Scientific Research Organization (CSIRO). The diet book is based on a 12 week study involving 100 women, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. There is now also a second updated book published.
The CSIRO Wellbeing Diet is easy-to-use, scientifically tested and nutritionally balanced, based on fairly logical methods for weight loss. It is a moderately high protein low fat diet, allowing for only 30-40 grams of fat each day. The amount of protein is about 126g (30-35% of daily energy), with carbohydrates making up the remaining 40% of daily energy.
The eating plan described in the book uses a simple exchange system based on a daily allowance of servings in five basic food categories (protein, dairy, fruits & vegetables, breads & cereals and health fats.) The program's eating plan includes 12 weeks of eating plans that include full daily menus, and there are over 100 easy-to-prepare and delicious recipes, featuring adaptations of popular Mediterranean and Asian cuisines. The book also includes a graduated exercise program, so that its recommendations are appropriate for dieters of all fitness levels.
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It is good to see a diet that is based on scientific research with the involvement of a dietitian, giving some credibility to the diet. This diet is fairly well balanced and does not encourage the levels of meat intake that other diets do, however, there is a small amount of skepticism for this diet due to the fact that is was partly funded by the Australian Meat and Livestock Industry.
