What is the Pritikin Diet?

Answer:
Described as the original meal plan of mankind by its

founder Nathan Pritikin, the Pritikin Program for Diet and Exercise focuses on a diet of unprocessed or minimally processed foods. These foods include fruits, vegetables, beans, starchy vegetables, lean meat, seafood, and whole grains.

In addition to the diet plan, the Pritikin program subscribes a daily exercise regimen of at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise, weight training two to three times a week, and a daily stretching program.

The Pritikin Program has been found to be effective in the prevention of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and obesity. It has also been found to help improve blood cholesterol levels.

Nathan Pritikin developed his program in the late 1950's after being diagnosed with heart disease. His new regimen produces measurable improvements in his health.


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