Extreme Weight Loss in ONLY 8 Hours?! The 8 Hour Diet

Hey Love Bugs!

I'm double posting tonight, but I really wanted to get this out to you asap. A few days ago I posted a video on my YouTube channel reviewing the book, "The 8 Hour Diet" by David Zinczenko and it's gotten a super positive response so far.

I've seen a bunch of questions being posted in my comment section and wanted to follow up with this blog post to share some more information with you guys. In a nut shell the 8 hour diet is quite simply: Eat within 8 hours in any given day. That's absolutely it! The book goes on to claim that you can eat whatever you want, and as much as you want - just keep it in that 8 hour time frame. I go into great detail in the video about the exact science behind this concept and Why It Works! The absolute best part of it is that you don't even have to do it every day - you totally CAN, but as stated in the book - as little as 3 days a week will provide extreme and awesome benefits and results!!

Here are some fast facts that can answer some of your questions:

* You CAN definitely drink water during the intermittent fasting period and its actually encouraged. The book suggest drinking at least 2 tall glasses of water within the first two hours of waking up. This will actually help to further boost your metabolism because it will get to work processing what you're ingesting, meanwhile it's just water. You're hydrating your cells and body but not adding in any calories.

* Being hungry and being thirsty feels the same. Sometimes we're really just thirsty but mistaken it for hunger. When you start to feel that, have some water or a hot drink to curb the hunger pangs for a while longer.

* Hot/Warm drinks can actually help to make you feel fuller for longer. Drinking coffee or tea during the fasting periods is also encouraged. The book even says that it's okay to add some milk or sugar if you must for taste. The amount of you add by putting milk/sugar/etc into your drink is not so much where it will deter your efforts.

One commenter also asked me to share the 7 day sample meal plan to give you an idea of what to eat. However, I want to reiterate that you can literally eat whatever you want. Don't get crazy on me now and go down 3 dozen donuts, a big Mac, and some deep fried oreos, BUT don't feel like you have to greatly change your eating habits or restrict yourself. Remember you get out what you put in, with everything in life.

With that said, I'm going to re-type the exact sample meal plan from the book for those interested. This is directly from chapter 6, page 103 in the book. Many of these meal ideas are included in the recipe chapter in full detail.

Sunday:
Breakfast/Brunch - Huevos Rancheros
Snack #1 - cantaloupe and ham
Lunch - The Ultimate Burger
Snack #2 - oatmeal cookie and a glass of 2% milk
Dinner - Loaded Alfredo with Chicken and Vegetables

Monday:
Breakfast/Brunch - Papaya Berry smoothie
Snack #1 - pear and slices of Brie
Lunch - Chicken Salad Sandwich with Curry and Raisins
Snack #2 - cup of tomato soup
Dinner - Shrimp Scampi

Tuesday:
Breakfast/Brunch - Sunrise Sandwich with Turkey, Cheddar & Guacamole
Snack #1 - sliced tomato with fresh mozarella
Lunch - Spinach and Ham Quiche
Snack #2 - square of dark chocolate
Dinner - Seared Sirloin with Red Wine Mushrooms

Wednesday:
Breakfast/Brunch - The Caffeinated Banana Smoothie
Snack #1 - whole wheat toast with peanut butter
Lunch - Pesto-Tuna Melt
Snack #2 - Triscuits with ham and Swiss
Dinner - Chili-Mango Chicken

Thursday:
Breakfast/Brunch - Oatmeal with Peanut Butter and Banana
Snack #1 - Greek yogurt with chopped strawberries
Lunch - Chinese Chicken Salad
Snack #2 - Chips and Salsa
Dinner - Honey-Mustard Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

Friday:
Breakfast/Brunch - Yogurt Parfait
Snack #1 - pita with hummus
Lunch - Turkey, Bacon, Guacamole Sandwich
Snack #2 - almonds and grapes
Dinner - Super Supreme Pizza

Saturday:
Breakfast/Brunch - Blueberry Pancakes
Snack #1 - bowl of Cheerios with sliced banana
Lunch - Chicken White-Bean Chili
Snack #2 - chips and guacamole
Dinner - Grilled Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

Remember this is just a SAMPLE. This is an easy peasy diet that can work for you and your lifestyle. There are some general guidelines to follow, as I discussed in the video (8 Powerfoods concept) but you can essentially mold this seamlessly into the life you already live. For example, I follow a mostly plant-based diet. I can still implement the 8 hour eating window with my current dietary customs. Start with the 8 hours and then slowly make further, healthier changes. As you see results and progress you gain more motivation and are driven to make more positive changes. Don't stress yourself out thinking you have to have, be and do all at once. It's like a snowball effect, let your momentum grow on it's own and it will be so easy to just flow toward a healthier life!

I hope this follow up blog post was helpful to you guys and provided some supplemental information! Don't forget to check out the video for much more. If you are interested in the book here is a link to it on amazing: The 8 Hour Diet book

So much love to all of you and bets of luck on your own fitness journeys!

xoxo,
Rocio Laura


P.S. I talked about the idea of an 8 minute workout in the video as well. I see that so many of you have been interested in a follow up video sharing the 8 minute workout routines so I will be creating that for you guys later this month! xoxo

How To Get a Flat Belly in 4 Days: Lose up to 5 inches and 7 lbs

Hey Babies!!

If you follow my daily vlogs on my second channel (YouTube: MissBarbieBabyTV), you may know that I recently tried out a new, 4-day flat belly diet. This diet targets weight loss in the stomach area and it's amazing for de-bloating!!! You can lose 1 to 5 inches off your waist area and up to 7 lbs. I did this diet along with one of my best friends for moral support. We were able to film a video about the diet together which I will post here:

Below I will include the full shopping list and meal plan for the 4 days. There's much more info int he video so make sure to check that out. Also be sure to subscribe to my channel if you haven't already and also check out Wing's channel and subscribe to her. <3

Wing's Video:

Shopping List:

Produce

2 pints grape tomatoes

1 pink fresh or frozen green beans

2 large red potatoes

10 oz bag baby carrots

half pint cremini mushrooms

1 large yellow squash

4 medium cucumbers

4 medium lemons

Dairy

1/2 gallon lactose-free skim milk

1 package low-fat string cheese

Frozen Foods

10 oz bag frozen unsweetened blueberries

10 oz bag frozen unsweetened peaches

10 oz bag frozen unsweetened strawberries

Dry Goods

12 oz box unsweetened corn flakes

12 oz box Rice Krispies

12 oz box instant cream of wheat

14 oz box instant brown rice

24 oz jar unsweetened applesauce

8 oz can pineapple tidbits canned in pineapple juice

11 cup bulk (or 1 small package) roasted or raw unsalted sunflower seeds

8 oz bottle cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil

8 oz bottle olive oil

15 oz package raisins

7 oz container dried plums

Spices

1-2 knuckles fresh ginger root

2 bunches fresh mint

Meat/Seafood

2 packages organic deli turkey

1/4 pound tilapia

1/3 pound boneless skinless chicken breast

1/4 pound turkey breast cutlet

3 oz can chunk light tuna in water

Any of These Approved Salt-Free Seasonings

Original and Italian medley Mrs Dash salt-free seasoning blends

Fresh or dried: basil, bay leaf, cinnamon, curry powder, dill, ginger, lemon or lime juice, marjoram, mint, oregano, paprika, pepper, rosemary, sage, tarragon, or thyme

Aged balsamic vinegar

4 Day Meal Plan:

Day 1

Breakfast

1 cup unsweetened cornflakes

1 cup skim milk

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/4 cup roasted or raw unsalted sunflower seeds

glass of sassy water

Lunch

4 oz organic deli turkey, rolled up

1 low-fat string cheese

1 pink fresh grape tomatoes

glass of sassy water

Snack

blueberry smoothie: blend 1 cup skim milk and 1 cup frozen unsweetened blueberries in blender for 1 minute. Transfer to glass and stir in 1 Tbsp cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil, OR serve with 1 Tbsp sunflower or pumpkin seeds

Dinner

1 cup cooked green beans

4 oz frilled tilapia

1/2 cup roasted red potatoes drizzled with 1 tsp olive oil

glass of sassy water

Day 2

Breakfast

1 cup Rice Krispies
1 cup skim milk
1/4 cup roasted or raw unsalted sunflower seeds
4 oz pineapple tidbits canned in juice
glass of sassy water

Lunch

3 oz chunk light tuna in water
1 cup steamed baby carrots
1 low-fat string cheese
glass of sassy water

Snack

pineapple smoothie: blend 1 cup skim milk and 4 oz canned pineapple tidbits in juice and a handful of ice in blender for 1 minute. Transfer to glass and stir in 1 Tbsp cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil, OR serve with 1 Tbsp sunflower or pumpkin seeds

Dinner

1 cup fresh cremini mushrooms sautéed with 1 tsp olive oil
3 oz grilled chicken breast
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
glass of sassy water

Day 3

Breakfast

1 cup unsweetened cornflakes
1 cup skim milk
1/4 cup roasted or raw unsalted sunflower seeds
2 tbsp raisins
glass of sassy water

Lunch

4 oz organic deli turkey, rolled up
1 low-fat string cheese
1 pink fresh grape tomatoes
glass of sassy water

Snack

peach smoothie: blend 1 cup skim milk and 1 cup frozen unsweetened peaches in blender for 1 minute. Transfer to glass and stir in 1 Tbsp cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil, OR serve with 1 Tbsp sunflower or pumpkin seeds

Dinner

1 cup cooked green beans
3 oz grilled or baked turkey breast cutlet
1/2 cup roasted red potatoes drizzled with 1 tsp olive oil
glass of sassy water

Day4

Breakfast

1 packet instant Cream of Wheat
1 cup skim milk
1/4 cup roasted or raw unsalted sunflower seeds
2 dried plums
glass of sassy water

Lunch

4 oz organic deli turkey, rolled up
1 cup steamed baby carrots
1 low-fat string cheese
glass of sassy water

Snack

Strawberry Smoothie: blend 1 cup skim milk and 1 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries in blender for 1 minute. Transfer to glass and stir in 1 Tbsp cold-pressed organic flaxseed oil, OR serve with 1 Tbsp sunflower or pumpkin seeds

Dinner

1 cup yellow squash sautéed with 1 tsp olive oil
3 oz grilled chicken breast
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
glass of sassy water

How To Lose 10 pounds in 3 Days Safely

Hey Babes,

I posted up a new video sharing a diet that I recently tried out. You are guaranteed to lose 10 lbs in 3 days if you follow it exactly. I'm attaching the video to this post so you guys can watch my experience and I'm also posting the exact diet and the information I followed.

I hope this helps!!



Must be followed exactly
Lose ten pounds in three days

Note - Drink water throughout the day!

First Day:

Breakfast
Black coffee or tea, 1/2 grapefruit, 1 slice of toast with 2 tablespoons of peanut butter

Lunch
1/2 cup of tuna, 1 slice toast, coffee or tea

Dinner
2 slices of any type of meat (3 ounces) 1 cup of string beans, 1 cup of beets, 1 small apple, 1 cup of vanilla ice cream


Second Day:

Breakfast
1 egg, 1 slice toast, 1/2 banana, coffee or tea

Lunch
1 cup cottage cheese, 5 saltine crackers

Dinner
2 hotdogs, 1 cup broccoli, 1/2 cup carrots, 1/2 banana, 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream


Third Day:

Breakfast
5 saltine crackers, 1 slice cheddar cheese, 1 small apple, black coffee or tea

Lunch
1 hard boiled egg, 1 slice toast

Dinner
1 cup tuna, 1 cup beets, 1 cup cauliflower, 1/2 cantaloupe, 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream

"Diet works on chemical breakdown and is proven. Do not vary or substitute any of the above foods. Salt and pepper may be used, no other seasonings. This diet is to be used 3 days at a time.

In 3 days you will lose 10 pounds, after 3 days of dieting you can eat your normal foods, but do not overeat. After your normal days of eating, start back on your three days. You can lose up to 40 pounds a month if you stick to this diet.

It is a safe diet!!!! Remember do not snack between meals."