Diwali, the festival we eagerly await, is just around the corner. We know many of us are willing to lose a few extra kilos and detoxify our bodies for a fresh and festive start. The goal of this seven-day diet plan is to help people rapidly and healthily lose weight. This diet plan improves detoxification by combining easy, natural techniques with contemporary food trends.Here is a detailed guide to help us feel our best and get ready for Diwali parties.

Begin with a digital detox and mindful eating

Reboot the weight loss journey by making lifestyle changes. Cut back on screen time in order to better concentrate on mindful eating, particularly around mealtimes. This will help people monitor their hunger cues and prevent overindulgence. Eat a light diet on the first day, which includes steamed vegetables, soup, and fresh fruits. Mindful eating has been proven to help with weight management since it allows us to appreciate the flavour of our meals and avoids distractions that could lead to overeating.

Switch to a plant-based diet for a day

Give the digestive system a day off by eating solely plant-based. Choose meals that contain plenty of leafy greens, legumes, nuts, and seeds. A plant-based diet reduces inflammation and speeds up the detoxification process. Prepare a lentil salad for lunch and a spinach, chia seed, and almond milk smoothie for breakfast. This strategy gives essential vitamins and minerals that help in quick weight loss.

‘Reverse fasting’ to boost fat loss

Try reverse fasting, where people eat their last meal earlier in the evening (around 6-7 PM) and break their fast the next morning at 9-10 AM. This approach is slightly different from traditional intermittent fasting, as it aligns with the body’s natural circadian rhythm. By having an early dinner, the body has more time to digest, which can improve metabolism and greatly help in faster weight loss.

Add a daily detox drink with apple cider vinegar and cinnamon

Make a detox drink with warm water, apple cider vinegar, and a bit of cinnamon to start each day. This combo can help increase fat burning, decrease bloating, and balance blood sugar levels. Apple cider vinegar is known for increasing metabolism, while cinnamon improves blood sugar control. This drink should be had 20 to 30 minutes before breakfast. This does not in any way mean that you can eat anything that day. Maintain a healthy diet by only consuming home-cooked meals under the preferred diet.

Focus on ‘raw till 4’ approach

For day five, eat only raw foods like fruits, salads, and smoothies until 4 PM. This maintains a high level of energy while helping in the body’s natural detoxification. After 4 PM, move to a cooked meal, like grilled fish with veggies, that has a balance of healthy fats and proteins. The goal is to help weight loss by providing the stomach with a respite from heavy and processed foods throughout the day.

Include a probiotic-rich meal to support gut health

Detoxification and weight loss are both greatly affected by gut health. To support a healthy gut microbiome, include fermented foods in the diet, such as curd or pickles. This will immensely support the body’s natural detoxification functions in addition to helping in improved digestion.

Hydrate with herbal teas throughout the day

On the last day, concentrate more on drinking herbal teas that are cleansing, such as ginger, peppermint, or dandelion. These herbal teas can lessen bloating, improve digestion, and help in the removal of impurities.