People Claim the 'Grapefruit Diet' Can Help You Lose 10+ Pounds

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Grapefruit Consumption: The diet usually requires consuming half a grapefruit before each meal or drinking a glass of grapefruit juice.

Meal Plan The diet restricts calorie intake and focuses on high-protein foods, like lean meats and eggs, while avoiding carbs.

Duration Most versions of the diet last for about 12 days, followed by a break before starting again if desired.

Weight Loss Proponents claim that the diet can lead to rapid weight loss, with some people losing up to 10 pounds.

Fat Burning It’s believed that grapefruit’s enzymes can aid in fat metabolism, though scientific evidence supporting this claim is limited.

Short-Term Results While some people may experience initial weight loss, it is often due to calorie restriction

Nutritional Imbalance The diet’s restrictive nature may lead to nutritional deficiencies and lack of balance in your diet.

Lack of Scientific Evidence There’s limited scientific research validating the effectiveness of the grapefruit diet for long-term weight loss.

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