The Food Addict's Diet was designed by Food Addicts Anonymous, or FAA, to control food cravings and binging that are associated with blood sugar changes and insulin surges. By planning a carefully balanced, nutritious diet, free of sugars and very low in starches, you get the proper amount of calories and nutrients while still controlling the impulse to overeat or overindulge.
Recommended Foods
Foods recommended on the plan include lean meats, such as skinless chicken or turkey breast and low fat cuts of red meat. Egg whites and low-fat dairy products are also excellent sources of protein. Low-starch vegetables, such as leafy greens, spinach or broccoli can all be used as side dishes or to create tasty salads. You can learn to use low-fat, low carbohydrate spices and flavorings, such as hot sauces and lemon juice to flavor meat dishes or salads.
Restricted Foods
Any foods that contain sugar or starch should be avoided or consumed in careful moderation. The Food Addict's Diet plan allows for very controlled amounts of foods such as potatoes, brown rice or fruits, such as apples, oranges or pineapples. White rice, pastas and breads are all restricted from the diet, as are baked goods or prepared foods that contain corn syrup, corn starch or sugar.
Meal Planning
The Food Addict's Diet is carefully designed to offer meals at regular intervals. You must eat breakfast upon waking and then consume lunch and dinner with no more than four to five hours between the meals. This reduces the chance of hunger cravings and the impulse to indulge on restricted food items containing starch or sugar. Meals should be carefully planned to contain only the recommended portions, so measuring and weighing food is essential to the plan.
Expert Tips
Sources at FAA note that individuals on the FAA Meal Plan should first consult a doctor regarding their weight and addictive eating patterns. It's important to develop healthy eating habits, such as eating slowly and making a point to taste your food. If you follow the food plan diligently, your eating habits and weight will gradually regulate. An active lifestyle, with a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise a day also is an essential part of any healthy eating plan.
