A health guru has provided some tips to fight the flab that is entirely genetic in nature.
Naturopathic doctor Peter D'Adamo believes that a person's genetic makeup determines what foods make him fat, and which ones keep trim.
Obesity
Obesity is a condition where there is excess accumulation of body fat which poses a risk to the health of the individual. It can affect children and adults.
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He reckons that whether you can enjoy things like coffee and red meat depends on which of six types you are - a Warrior, Hunter, Teacher, Explorer, Gatherer or Nomad, reports the Daily Star.
Eating for the wrong type could make you pile on the pounds even when you're on a diet.
Dr D'Adamo's 'GenoType Diet' book, out in Britain next year, has an eating plan based on the celeb favourite Blood Type Diet.
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A team of American scientists has undertaken a new research project to find out how people will react upon being told that they are genetically susceptible to a particular condition, such as obesity.
The Warrior:
Tall, thin and healthy when younger - but middle aged spread could catch up with you.
Diet: Low Glycemic Index, such as wholegrains and fruit and veg.
Superfoods: Cauliflower, seabass, cottage cheese, pine nuts, peanuts, tofu, edamame beans and -walnut oil.
Cut out: High Glycemic Index grub, like white bread and pasta, high fat meat and dairy food.
The Hunter:
Has lots of adrenaline and nervous energy. Tall and thin but subject to allergies and asthma attacks.
Diet: Low-gluten and meat-rich.
Superfoods: Salmon, lamb, beef, hard cheese, brown or wild rice, broccoli, grapefruit, artichokes.
Cut out: Nuts, grains, seeds, wheat and soft cheese.
The Teacher:
Has great stamina and is strong, sinewy and stable. Can cope with lots of types of unfamiliar bacteria.
Diet: Plant-based, with white meat and fish.
Superfoods: White fish, turkey, black beans, peanuts, peas, tofu, olive oil, flaxseeds, avocado, carrots.
Cut out: White carbs, red meat and sugary foods.
The Explorer:
Has broad shoulders, muscles, narrow hips, little body fat and is adventurous.
Diet: Copper-rich foods like liver, plus beans, cheese and meat.
Superfoods: Lamb, ric-otta, mozzarella, lentils, parsnips, ginger, raspberry, and calves' liver.
Cut out: Alcohol, coffee and painkillers.
The Gatherer:
Prone to obesity and full-figured even when not overweight.
Diet: Low-GI and high protein.
Superfoods: Haddock, lamb, turkey, eggs, sole, flaxseed, cottage cheese, spinach, quinoa.
Cut out: Microwaved and fried food.
The Nomad:
Muscular and large boned with legs which are longer than the torso. Can be vulnerable to immune problems.
Diet: Foods rich in fatty acids like mackerel and salmon, dairy and red meat.
Superfoods: Beef, halibut, calves' liver, herring, caviar, cheddar, cottage cheese, pecan nuts, cod liver oil.
Cut out: Barley, oats and rye that can cause diarrhoea and vomiting.
Source: ANI
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Dr D'Adamo's 'GenoType Diet' book, out in Britain next year, has an eating plan based on the celeb favourite Blood Type Diet.
Genetic Predilection may Cause Lifestyle Changes
A team of American scientists has undertaken a new research project to find out how people will react upon being told that they are genetically susceptible to a particular condition, such as obesity.
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The Warrior:
Tall, thin and healthy when younger - but middle aged spread could catch up with you.
Diet: Low Glycemic Index, such as wholegrains and fruit and veg.
Superfoods: Cauliflower, seabass, cottage cheese, pine nuts, peanuts, tofu, edamame beans and -walnut oil.
Cut out: High Glycemic Index grub, like white bread and pasta, high fat meat and dairy food.
The Hunter:
Has lots of adrenaline and nervous energy. Tall and thin but subject to allergies and asthma attacks.
Diet: Low-gluten and meat-rich.
Superfoods: Salmon, lamb, beef, hard cheese, brown or wild rice, broccoli, grapefruit, artichokes.
Cut out: Nuts, grains, seeds, wheat and soft cheese.
The Teacher:
Has great stamina and is strong, sinewy and stable. Can cope with lots of types of unfamiliar bacteria.
Diet: Plant-based, with white meat and fish.
Superfoods: White fish, turkey, black beans, peanuts, peas, tofu, olive oil, flaxseeds, avocado, carrots.
Cut out: White carbs, red meat and sugary foods.
The Explorer:
Has broad shoulders, muscles, narrow hips, little body fat and is adventurous.
Diet: Copper-rich foods like liver, plus beans, cheese and meat.
Superfoods: Lamb, ric-otta, mozzarella, lentils, parsnips, ginger, raspberry, and calves' liver.
Cut out: Alcohol, coffee and painkillers.
The Gatherer:
Prone to obesity and full-figured even when not overweight.
Diet: Low-GI and high protein.
Superfoods: Haddock, lamb, turkey, eggs, sole, flaxseed, cottage cheese, spinach, quinoa.
Cut out: Microwaved and fried food.
The Nomad:
Muscular and large boned with legs which are longer than the torso. Can be vulnerable to immune problems.
Diet: Foods rich in fatty acids like mackerel and salmon, dairy and red meat.
Superfoods: Beef, halibut, calves' liver, herring, caviar, cheddar, cottage cheese, pecan nuts, cod liver oil.
Cut out: Barley, oats and rye that can cause diarrhoea and vomiting.
Source: ANI
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