How Does the Perricone Diet Work?
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Diet Theory
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The Perricone Diet is more commonly called the Perricone Promise. The promise is that one will feel better, look better, and live longer. Weight loss is in there, too, but not the final goal. Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a dermatologist and professor at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, developed this diet in response to what he felt was at the root of most people's ailments, namely, inflammation. His theory is that if inflammation (swelling) can be reduced in all body systems, the result will be better metabolism, elevated mood, stronger heart, less cancer, denser bones, healthier skin, improved immunity and weight loss. Furthermore, he believes that food has a direct link to the inflammatory process. Following his plan includes a strict food and supplement intake policy, coupled with a skin care regime that, according to Perricone, will reverse the aging process.
Perricone Foods
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This list of what one may not eat is fairly obvious: no alcohol, beef, coffee, sugar, soda, instant cereal, and other common sense items. What is allowed is also along the lines of basic good sense: fish, turkey, eggs, yogurt, olives, greens, oatmeal, green tea, spring water and more. Approved foods are basically any food that ranks low on the glycemic index (a ranking system that indicates the body's insulin response to a food item). In addition, one must take 25 supplements per day with breakfast and lunch. Dr. Perricone has his own line of products, which he sells in shops and on his website.
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Skin Care
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The other part of the Perricone Diet involves taking good care of the skin. Dr. Perricone has his own line of skin products, which are essentially cleansers, toners, and moisturizers. The skin care line is expensive, as are most lines developed by a dermatologist. Many celebrities and beauty editors use his skin care line and have openly promoted Dr. Perricone in magazines such as Allure, Vanity Fair and Lifestyle.
Caution
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Dr. Perricone's diet has a solid foundation in nutritional science. The foods that he promotes have long been known to have restorative properties and assist in weight loss as well. However, some of his statements are extreme: He has been quoted stating that a wrinkle is a "wound," and he feels that sugar is poison. Also, using his line of supplements and facial tonics can be more than many people can afford. The facial products on his website range from $65 to $325 each. Dr. Perricone will only guarantee results if one follows the plan exactly as written, using only his products.
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