The Cardiac 3-Day Diet is recommended by people who wanted to lose weight fast. The origins are uncertain, however, it has been suggested that this diet originated in Birmingham, Alabama in the cardiac unit of a local hospital. According to the diet, the plan was used to help cardiac patients lose large amounts of weight before surgery. The mix of foods is intended to boost metabolism and maximize weight loss, so it's important you eat only the foods in the plan.
Step 1
Consult your physician before starting this diet. Review your medical history and any concerns during your visit and seek her advice on following the 3 Day Diet.
Step 2
Follow the menu below on your first day. Do not substitute for other foods. Breakfast: half a grapefruit, one slice of toast, 1 tbsp. of peanut butter and black coffee or tea. Lunch: ½ cup of tuna, one slice of toast and black coffee or tea. Dinner: two slices of your choice of meat (3 oz.), 1 cup of string beans, 1 cup of carrots or beets, one small apple and 1 cup of ice cream (vanilla)
Step 3
Follow the menu below on your Second day. Do not substitute for other foods. Breakfast: one hard-boiled egg, one slice of toast, half a banana and black coffee or tea. Lunch: 1 cup cottage cheese or ½ cup of tuna and five Saltine crackers. Dinner: two wieners, 1 cup of cabbage or broccoli, ½ cup of carrots or turnip greens, half a Banana and 1 cup ice cream (vanilla).
Step 4
Follow the menu below on your third day. Do not substitute for other foods. Breakfast: one hard-boiled egg, one slice of toast and black coffee or tea. Lunch: one slice of cheddar cheese, five Saltine crackers, one small apple and black coffee or tea. Dinner: 1 cup of tuna, 1 cup of carrots or beets, 1 cup of green beans or cauliflower, 1 cup of cantaloupe or one small apple and 1 cup of ice cream (vanilla).
Step 5
Eat normally for the next four days. It is important that you do not overeat and monitor your salt intake during this period.
Tips and Warnings
- You may drink diet sodas while on this diet. Exercise will maximize your results.
