The South Beach Diet has three phases. Phase 1 lasts for a two-week period and is intended as an eating plan to eliminate cravings for poor food choices. Phase 2 is the long-term phase where dieters lose weight steadily, not drastically. Phase 3 is the maintenance phase where dieters practice portion control and control their cravings.
Where to Begin
Certain groups should begin the South Beach Diet in Phase 2. These include those who hope to lose less than 10 lbs., who do not have excess abdominal fat, do not experience food cravings or whose primary focus is good health, not necessarily weight loss.
Types of Foods Eaten
All foods from Phase 1 are a part of Phase 2. Other foods incorporate include healthy carbohydrate sources such as whole-grain breads, brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, sweet potatoes and peas.
Foods Not Allowed
Foods that have a high glycemic index or carbohydrate count such as refined breads, carrots, corn, bananas, raisins, ice cream or honey are off limits during Phase 2.
How Long Does It Last?
Phase 2 is designed to acclimate a dieter with the South Beach lifestyle. When a person has reached her goal weight, the Phase 3 plan, which is the maintenance phase, can be put into place.
Meal Examples
Recipes that are a part of South Beach Phase 2 include coconut chicken, shrimp scampi, baked sweet potato fries, peppery cheese popcorn and chocolate berry cups.
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