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THE 2 PHASES OF THE MONTIGNAC'S METHOD
PHASE I
The first stage of the Method consists of a weight loss phase lasting from one to three months depending on the individual and his or her objectives. This is the amount of time required to effect a change in eating habits and for the body to rid itself of accumulated toxins. During this phase certain metabolic functions, such as pancreatic secretions, will be reduced in an effort to reach a more normal state.
This first phase is not a difficult one, as there are no restrictions in terms of the quantity of food eaten. People accustomed to following strict calorie-reduced diets are overjoyed at being able to lose weight all the while eating their fill.
Phase I of the Method is easily put into practice particularly for those who regularly eat out. The meals making up this well balanced diet are varied and rich in vitamins and minerals.
Meals are well balanced with plenty of vitamins and minerals.
In general, this phase of the program is implemented without difficulty since the individual no longer leaves the table hungry, instead experiencing the intense joy of seeing the daily benefits of his or her new eating habits:
- Weight loss;
- An end to gastric and digestive problems;
- No more fatigue;
- A well-rested feeling due to a better nights sleep;
- Increased physical and intellectual energy.
PHASE II
This phase is the natural extension of Phase 1. The MONTIGNAC'S Method can be viewed as a type of dietary hygiene and it is only natural that good habits once learned will always be remembered.
Phase II is a more tolerant phase. Certain foods are no longer excluded and in fact previously banned foods can now be periodically reintroduced.
Phase II can therefore be viewed as the correct management of such dietary lapses.
Experienced users of the Method affirm that this sort of dietary management occurs quite naturally, almost without thinking.
It is interesting to note that Phase II allows a reasonable consumption of wine, up to half a litre per day, and chocolate, providing it is dark semi-sweet variety with at least a 70% content of cacao.
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