Sonoma Diet Review

The Sonoma Diet is claimed to be the most flavorful weight loss program under the sun.

It is inspired by the Mediterranean Diet and the Food Guide Pyramid.

The Theory

The meals are for festivity instead of being deprived of food.

Staying away from food isn't going to help you lose weight, instead try losing weight by taking pleasure in what you eat.

Foods You Can Eat

The focus is on vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, beans, rice, pasta and seeds. Moderate amounts of dairy products are eaten such as yogurt and cheese. The main protein source is plant proteins, but animal proteins are included.

The main foods singled out are: Almonds, Bell peppers, Blueberries, Broccoli, Grapes, Olive oil, Spinach, Strawberries, Tomatoes, and Whole grains.

The 3 Waves of the Diet

This diet is separated into three stages or waves.

Wave Number One lasts for 10 days. Foods that are rapidly absorbed are limited such as refined flour and sugars.

Wave Number Two is the main weight loss period, and you remain in this wave until you have achieved your goal weight.

Weight loss is slower but healthier. The focus is to enjoy and savor your food.

Wave Number Three is your maintainance plan for life.

Appropriate Portioning

Instead of measuring food or counting calories, they have a different approach.

The Bowl-and-Plate notion has you use a nine inch plate for dinner and a seven inch plate for breakfast. As you progress through the waves, you are instructed how to load up your plate.