Dr. Oz: Chef Alton Brown Superfoods To Lose Weight
Dr. Oz: Chef Alton Brown’s Superfoods To Lose Weight; Dairy-Free Chocolate Pie Recipe; How Chef Alton Brown dropped fifty pounds and how he came up with four food lists that were instrumental in helping him drop a whopping 50 pounds. Alton lost 50 pounds and has kept the weight off for two years. What’s his secret? He has come up with 4 foods lists. After looking at pictures of himself overweight he vowed the next day to lose 50 pounds, and did it over 8 months.
Alton Browns Superfoods
The Plan Of Four Lists: Good Eats Chef Alton Brown is no stranger to food. In fact, as host of The Next Iron Chef and Good Eats, when he decided it was time to lose some weight, he came up with four food lists that were instrumental in helping him drop a whopping 50 lbs, a weight loss that he’s been able to maintain for over two years. What foods did Chef Alton Brown eat to lose and keep off 50 lbs?
Chef Alton Brown Foods to Eat Daily
- Dark leafy greens
- Nuts
- Carrots
- Green tea
- Whole grains
- Fruits
He says these foods should be a part of your daily diet. Whole grains, like oats, are rich in fiber so they fill you up and keep you satiated for longer. Also, soluble fiber keeps your cholesterol levels in check and lowers your risk of heart disease. And fruits, especially purple ones like blueberries, blackberries and Concord grapes are rich in antioxidants and resveratrol, known to promote longevity. To get these foods in every day, Brown freezes the berries into pre-portioned packets and either uses them in smoothies or just eats them as is. Additionally, nuts are a good source of protein and you can fit them in easily every day by eating a handful about 15 minutes before a big meal to help curb overeating.
Chef Alton Brown Foods to Eat Three Times a Week
- Yogurt
- Cauliflower
- Broccoli
- Sweet potato
- Avocado
- Oily fish
- Tofu
These foods are healthy for you in moderation. For example, sardines are high in protein, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are very good for your heart; plus, the tiny bones contain calcium. Additionally, tofu makes a great low-calorie meat substitute that actually has more protein per calorie than ground beef. Brown frequently uses tofu in pasta sauces, tacos and stir-fry dishes. Cauliflower and broccoli are cruciferous vegetables that have been praised for their cancer-fighting properties, like antioxidants that help rid your body of toxins that might damage cells.
Chef Alton Brown Foods to Eat Once a Week
- Red meat
- White starch
- Desserts
- Alcohol
These are foods you should only indulge in every once in a while. With alcohol, for instance, Brown’s motto is, “If you’re going to have one drink a week, make it count.” So choose a drink or dessert you really enjoy and savor it, rather than going for something that you might drink more of, but not like as much.
Alton Brown Foods to Never Eat / Foods to Avoid at All Times
- Soda
- Processed meals
- Canned soups
- “Diet” anything
These are foods you should cut out completely. Brown found that when he drank diet soda or ate processed foods, he would crave and eat sweet and processed things more often, contributing to his weight gain. And artificial sweeteners may be to blame. Studies have shown that artificial sweeteners can be addictive and put taste receptors into overdrive, causing the body to release more insulin – a hormone instrumental in storing body fat. So, instead, he stopped incorporating these foods into his diet altogether.
Alton Brown's No Bake, Dairy Free, Low-Cal Chocolate Pie
Alton Brown’s No Bake, Dairy Free, Low-Cal Chocolate Pie
Chef Alton Brown Desserts: Alton makes and eats desserts like this no-bake, low-calorie chocolate pie. We get to satisfy our sweet tooth with this recipe that substitutes tofu for dairy products. Moo-Less Chocolate Pie.
Alton Brown’s Chocolate Pie, No Bake, No Dairy, Low Cal Chocolate Pie – Each slice is 230 calories, no saturated fat and lots of protein. Standard store bought chocolate pie is app. 413 calories per serving
Alton Brown’s Dairy-Free Chocolate Pie Recipe
Ingredients
Makes 8 servings
13 oz semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup coffee liqueur
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 lb silken tofu
1 tbsp honey
1 (9-in) prepared chocolate wafer crust (store-bought is fine)
Directions
Place enough water in the bottom of a 4-quart saucepan to come 1 inch up the sides. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Place the chocolate chips and liqueur in a medium metal mixing bowl, set over the simmering water, and stir with a rubber or silicone spatula until melted. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine the tofu, chocolate mixture, and honey in a blender or food processor and spin until smooth (about 1 minute).
Pour the filling into the crust and refrigerate for 2 hours, or until the filling sets firm.
