Is it possible to eat all day and lose weight again?
According to Scandinavian scientists, the Nordic diet, which consists of 5 smaller meals, allows you to quickly lose excess weight without starving yourself.
The Nordic diet, together with the Mediterranean diet, is considered one of the healthiest diets in the world.
This diet includes variations of seafood, fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains, and those who have tried it – liked it because it is not an overly strict diet.
The diet was devised by a scientific team at the University of Copenhagen, consisting of nutritionists, scientists and chefs, and the aim was to help people in the Scandinavian countries cope with the growing problem of obesity.
The Nordic way of eating allows almost all types of fruits and vegetables, and puts blueberries and other berries in first plan, but also apples, pears and plums .
From vegetables, it is recommended to eat more beets, carrots, leeks, pumpkins, potatoes and onions .
It is desirable to consume about a handful of nuts per day .
It is especially important to consume fish and other seafood every day , while meat consumption should be limited to once a week.
Also, milk and eggs can be consumed at most three times a week , and the consumption of juices and any processed food is prohibited .
The Nordic diet is also called the “Menu of the Vikings” and with it you can lose up to 5 kilograms in 15 days.
Day 1:
Breakfast:
- 40g oat flakes (boiled in water);
- 100g of blueberries or blueberries;
- 150ml Greek yogurt;
- 1 large spoon of hazelnuts;
- 150 ml of soy milk (or other vegetable milk).
All ingredients are mixed in a deep bowl and breakfast is prepared.
Morning snack:
- ½ lemon;
- ½ teaspoon of honey;
- 1 piece of mozzarella.
Lunch:
- 6 whole wheat crackers;
- 120g canned tuna (drained from oil);
- 400g chopped lettuce (in strips);
- 6 black olives (chopped);
- 1 tomato (chopped);
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil;
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice;
- A little salt and garlic powder;
- Black pepper to taste.
All the ingredients are mixed and the salad is prepared.
Afternoon snack:
- 2 bunches of celery;
- A few pieces of horseradish;
- 2 tablespoons of hummus.
Dinner:
- 1 piece of pork (grilled);
- 50g of brown rice;
- 100g chopped broccoli (steamed).
Day 2:
Breakfast:
- 1 piece of bread and 1 tablespoon of jam (no added sugar);
- Omelet of 1 egg, 3 egg whites, 200g of chopped seasonal vegetables fried in a little oil;
- 1 orange.
Morning snack:
- 4 pieces of dried mango (without sugar);
- 10 almonds.
Lunch:
- 200g of fresh spinach;
- 1 apple (cut into small pieces);
- 120g chicken meat (cut into strips);
- 2 tablespoons of dried cranberries;
- 2 tablespoons of feta cheese (crushed);
- 2 tablespoons of dressing with olive oil, wine vinegar and salt.
All the ingredients are mixed and the salad is prepared.
Afternoon snack
- 1 apple.
Dinner:
- 1 piece of chicken steak (grilled);
- 50g cooked spaghetti;
- 2 tablespoons of grated cheese;
- 50g of red grapes.
Day 3:
Breakfast:
- 20 almonds;
- Green smoothie prepared from: 100g fresh spinach, 1 unpeeled apple, 1 banana, 100g grapes, 150ml Greek yogurt.
Morning snack:
- 1 tablespoon of peanut butter;
- 6 sticks of celery;
- 1 granola bar.
Lunch:
- 2 slices of bread (from whole wheat grain);
- 25g of cured turkey meat;
- ½ tablespoon of low-calorie mayonnaise;
- 50g of chopped lettuce;
- 1 piece of tomato;
- 30g of spinach;
- 1 small piece of cheese.
A sandwich is prepared from all the ingredients.
Afternoon snack:
- 3 carrots;
- 50g of sliced cucumbers;
- A little dried veal.
Dinner:
- 1 portion of chicken steak;
- 90g cooked shortbread;
- 7 sticks of asparagus (grilled).
The idea is to eat organic food daily and to reduce the consumption of processed meat, and when choosing pasta, you should choose whole grain products .
The menu should be adjusted according to seasonally available food, and the diet plan allows you to consume one menu two days in a row to avoid throwing away leftovers .
