The Baby Food Diet for Weight Loss
- Many people begin the baby food diet by selecting three to four jars of baby food to eat between meals. Healthy portions of normal foods are eaten three times a day, as baby food is very low in calories and does not provide adequate energy resources for an adult. Other dieters also will use several jars of baby food to replace one meal--usually lunch. A meal made from toddler-sized jars of ravioli, applesauce, carrots and sweet potatoes can be had for less than 200 total calories.
- On the plus side, baby food jars are convenient. They do not require refrigeration and can easily be stored in a bag or lunch box. There are a wide variety of flavors to choose from, and food inside the jars is thoroughly cooked, packed with vitamins and free of additives. Additionally, the baby food jars offer the ultimate in portion controlled, pre-measured meals. Toddler-sized jars are large enough to combat cravings, but small enough to keep calorie counts at a minimum. For those on specialized diets, many baby foods are available in both gluten-free and organic varieties.
- On the down side, there are no established medical guidelines for this particular diet plan; therefore, it can be difficult to determine how many jars of baby food are required to achieve the best possible results. Also, baby food is bland. It is designed for new digestive systems and is therefore made without additional sugar, salt and seasonings. The mushy texture can be unappealing, and the fact that it requires little to no chewing could leave dieters feeling dissatisfied.
- While baby food cannot satisfy an adult's complete nutritional requirements, it is made to feed our most vulnerable population members and as such, is free of unhealthy fats, genetically modified components, antibiotics and unnecessary fillers. It is highly nutritious, nutrient packed and low in sodium. As long as baby-sized portions are supplemented with at least one adult-sized meal per day, it can be an effective and healthy weight loss tool.
