Different Diet Types

Maybe moderation makes sense

Searching for one of those middle-of-the-road diets? Then one of these popular plans -- like the USDA Food Pyramid and Sugar Busters -- may just be the ticket.

Generally speaking, their pros and cons stack up like this:

Pros

Broad selection of foods
Weight loss
Increased energy
Improved cholesterol and triglyceride levels, potentially

Cons

May limit saturated fats, yet allow cream, butter, etc.
May suggest reduced sugar intake, yet permit sugar-rich alcohol
Some may restrict certain vegetables and fruit
Simply click on one of the links below to read more about how a particular plan works, the science behind it, safety issues and even the diet's pros and cons. There are also links at the end of each section to buy the book.

Much success!

The Sugar Busters Diet
In Sugar Buster terms, moderation and portion sizes are key. And with that philosophy, Sugar Busters eliminates no food group. Their diet lifestyle includes high-fiber vegetables, stone ground whole grains, lean meats and fruits. Followers steer clear of refined sugar, corn syrup, honey, molasses, white flour, carrots, corn, beets and sugared drinks. The Sugar Busters goal is to modulate insulin secretion and get blood sugar levels moving downward.