We are living in a culture where obesity is a national health problem and instant gratification is king. It seems every time we turn around there is a new “fad diet” boasting quick and easy results. The “no carb” diet, the “cleanse” diet, the “liquid” diet. Just to name a few.
Let’s face it, we are living in a world of quick fixes and expanding waistlines. There are few people I know that aren’t up for losing a few pounds. The only downfall is that few quick and easy methods are safe. The problem arises when we compromise our long-term health for instant gratification. So..what’s an American to do?
Personally, I have always been a big fan of healthy, natural nutrition. If you eat close to nature and listen to your body, you should be able to lose weight AND live a long, healthy life. The most recent natural diet fad is called eating for your blood type. Basically, it is a way to give your body the natural foods it needs based on your individual genetic make up determined by your blood type.
Currently, blood type O is the most prevalent in the US. Type A comes in second followed by B and finally AB. There is literally a mass of reading materials related to this simple concept so I decided to simplify the important stuff. Below you will find a list I have composed of all the foods that should be avoided for ALL blood types, foods that are neutral and/or beneficial for all blood types and finally, all of the foods that are beneficial for each blood type.
Of course, individual diabetic needs will vary from person to person; so make sure you double check with your Doctor before overhauling your diet completely. Enjoy.
Carin E. Brochu
