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Cabbage Soup Diet

Cabbage Soup Diet

Many diets have come and gone but the Cabbage Soup Diet is one that is proven to be effective for the short term. The cabbage soup diet is a limited foods diet. Cabbage soup is the main part of the diet and is eaten often throughout the day. Be sure to consult your doctor before starting any diet.

The diet is pretty restrictive and staying on this low calorie regimen can help some people lose as much as ten calories in seven days. However, it is also low in complex, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals so it is not advisable to stay on it for more than a week.

In any case, if you’re looking to lose weight for a specific occasion, like a prom or wedding, you may want to see how this seven day diet helps you to shed the pounds.

Whether you want to follow the Cabbage Soup Diet strictly, or whether you just want to eat cabbage soup as part of your diet in general, it is a healthy meal or side that you can enjoy at any time.

Cabbage soup can refer to any soup where cabbage is a main ingredient. It is usually mixed with other vegetables and uses a fish, mushroom or pork stock.

The soup is popular in Polish, Slovak and Ukrainian culture. It is made with white cabbage which is browned before it is boiled and seasoned. Diced potatoes and carrots are added and boiled until they are cooked. Other optional ingredients include tomato paste, spices, flour and butter.

Here, we have included a recipe for a basic cabbage soup as well as a seven day regimen to follow while you are on the diet. Try it to find how it works to get you ready for your special occasion.

Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe:

Ingredients:

6 Large Green Onions
2 Green Peppers
1-2 Cans Diced Tomatoes
1 Bunch Celery
1 Package Lipton Onion Soup Mix
1-2 Cubes of Bouillion (if desired)
1 head cabbage

Directions:

1. Cut all vegetables into small pieces and cover with water.

2. Bring to a hard boil and boil for 10 minutes. Reduce to simmer and continue cooking until vegetables are tender.

3. Season to taste with salt, pepper, oregano, parsley, etc.

The Cabbage Soup Diet Plan

Remember, eat the cabbage soup at least once every day.

Day One:

Cabbage Soup and Fruit

Eat all of the cabbage soup and fruit you want (with the exception of bananas, they are not allowed). Eat only the cabbage soup and fruit for the first day. You may drink unsweetened tea, cranberry juice and water throughout the day.

Day Two:

Cabbage Soup and Vegetables

Eat all of the cabbage soup and fresh, raw or cooked vegetables of your choice. Try to eat green, leafy vegetables and avoid starchy vegetables. You may have a baked potato with butter with dinner. Do not eat fruit today.

Day Three:

Cabbage Soup and Fruit and Vegetables

This is a combination of Days One and Two. You may eat all the soup, fruits and vegetables you want. You may not have starchy vegetables at all (no potato today).

Day Four:

Cabbage Soup and Bananas and Skim Milk

Eat as much of the cabbage soup as you want, along with up to eight bananas and as many glasses of skim milk as you desire.

Day Five:

Cabbage Soup and Beef And Tomatoes

Today you can have as much of the cabbage soup as you want, along with 10-20 ounces of beef and up to six fresh tomatoes. Drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water today. Eat your soup at least once this day. You may eat broiled or baked chicken instead of beef (the chicken must be skinless).

Day Six:

Cabbage Soup and Beef and Vegetables

You may have as much beef and vegetables as you want today, along with as much of the cabbage soup as you like. Stay away from starchy vegetables.

Day Seven:

Cabbage Soup and Brown Rice, Vegetables, and Unsweetened Fruit Juices

Eat as much of the above as you wish. Do not let yourself get hungry. Eat with as much cabbage soup as you like.

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