The Dirty Diet

Book excerpt: From Kate Harrison, the bestselling author behind the 5:2 Diet Book series, comes the brand new four-week plan that will have you losing weight for good - without cutting out the foods you love. The Dirty Diet combines the revolutionary successes of fasting with the latest scientific findings about gut health. What does this mean? Results! Eat 600-700 calories two or three days a week and 1800 calories for the rest - using Kate's delicious recipes and meal plans - and you'll not only be losing weight but be feeling rejuvenated and healthier too. Discover how certain foods help you absorb nutrients without the calories; how to look after your gut health so your digestion is improved; how to harness the secrets of cultures where people live to ripe old ages; and how you can drink wine and eat cheese without ruining your weight-loss plan. In short, discover a plan that is not only sustainable and achievable but celebrates food in all its glory. So whether you're sick of the limiting 'clean-eating' diets, or you just love food, if you're after a sustainable plan that will deliver the results you need - the Dirty Diet is for you.