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The Body Reset Diet

The Body Reset Diet

Power Your Metabolism, Blast Fat, and Shed Pounds in Just 15 Days
by Harley Pasternak 2013 290 pages
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Key Takeaways

1. Most Diets Fail, But the Body Reset Offers a Simple, Effective Solution

Why does nothing you’ve tried work?

Confusion and complexity. The diet landscape is filled with conflicting information and extreme approaches, leaving people confused and frustrated. Many popular diets demand too much time, effort, or money, making them unsustainable for busy lives. This complexity sets people up for failure rather than success.

Quick fixes don't last. Extreme diets like juice cleanses or restrictive low-carb plans might offer fast initial results, but they often lead to nutrient deficiencies, metabolic confusion, and the dreaded yo-yo effect. These methods are not only difficult to maintain but can also be dangerous to your health, causing issues like liver damage or weakened immune systems.

A simpler path. The Body Reset Diet cuts through the noise by offering a straightforward, easy-to-follow plan designed for real-world constraints. It focuses on sustainable habits and provides immediate, dramatic results without deprivation, motivating you to stick with the program for the long haul.

2. Hit the Reset Button: Rethink Everything You Know About Weight Loss

We need to hit the reset button.

Forget past failures. If previous diets haven't worked, it's not a personal failing; it's likely the diet itself was flawed. Stop listening to unqualified "experts" and discard confusing, contradictory advice. It's time to wipe the slate clean and approach weight loss with a fresh perspective.

Moderation isn't always first. While moderation is key for long-term success, initial rapid weight loss is a powerful motivator. Studies show that people who see significant results early on are more likely to adhere to a plan. The Body Reset provides this crucial initial momentum safely and effectively.

Believe in your ability. Before starting, cultivate the belief that you can transform your body and health. Then, shift that belief to will. This mental reset is as crucial as the physical one, empowering you to commit to the process and achieve lasting change.

3. Experience Rapid, Safe Weight Loss in Just 15 Days

The plan I’ve devised is so simple yet so effective that you will immediately lose weight regardless of any reasons you may have failed in the past.

Immediate, dramatic results. The Body Reset is specifically designed to kick-start weight loss quickly within the first 15 days. This rapid progress provides the motivation needed to stay committed, unlike slower programs that can lead to discouragement. You will see noticeable changes in your weight and energy levels.

Three distinct phases. The 15-day plan is broken into three 5-day phases, gradually transitioning from primarily liquid meals to solid food.

  • Phase I (Days 1-5): 3 smoothies, 2 snacks
  • Phase II (Days 6-10): 2 smoothies, 1 meal, 2 snacks
  • Phase III (Days 11-15): 1 smoothie, 2 meals, 2 snacks

Safe and sustainable. Unlike crash diets, the Body Reset ensures you receive all essential nutrients from the start. This prevents the metabolic slowdown and deprivation that cause weight regain, setting the stage for healthy habits that last beyond the initial 15 days.

4. Blend Your Way to Better Health and Nutrient Absorption

Blending is one of the quickest, most convenient ways to prepare food.

Efficiency and convenience. A blender is your key tool, allowing you to create entire meals in under 90 seconds. This eliminates time-consuming prep, cooking, and cleanup, making healthy eating effortless even on the busiest days. It's faster and cheaper than eating out.

Enhanced nutrient bioavailability. Blending breaks down plant cell walls, making nutrients more accessible and easily absorbed by your body. This maximizes the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables, ensuring you get the most out of every calorie consumed.

Blending vs. Juicing. Blending is superior to juicing because it retains the entire fruit or vegetable, including the crucial fiber. Juicing discards the fiber-rich pulp, resulting in a sugary liquid that spikes blood sugar and lacks satiety. Blended smoothies provide complete nutrition and keep you feeling full.

5. Eat Five Times a Day to Power Your Metabolism and Control Hunger

Eating five times each day on the Body Reset Diet shifts your metabolism into high gear...

Grazing over gorging. Eating small meals and snacks every few hours keeps your blood sugar stable, preventing energy crashes and intense hunger that lead to bingeing. This consistent fueling strategy helps tame your appetite and control cravings throughout the day.

Metabolic efficiency. Frequent eating signals your body to keep its metabolism active, burning calories more efficiently around the clock. This contrasts with skipping meals, which can cause your metabolism to slow down as your body tries to conserve energy.

Stay satisfied. The Body Reset plan ensures you feel full and satisfied by consuming high-volume, nutrient-dense foods at regular intervals. This eliminates the feeling of deprivation common in restrictive diets, making it easier to stick to the plan.

6. Build Every Meal Around Protein, Fiber, and Healthy Fats

Losing weight means combining the right kinds of foods every time you eat.

Essential macronutrients. Every meal and snack on the Body Reset must include a balance of protein and fiber. Healthy fats are also crucial components. These three macronutrients are vital for satiety, energy, and overall health.

Why protein and fiber?

  • Protein: Essential for muscle maintenance (which boosts resting metabolism), promotes fullness, and requires more energy to digest than carbs or fat.
  • Fiber: Adds bulk, slows sugar absorption (stabilizing blood sugar), increases satiety, and aids digestion.

Quality matters. Focus on lean proteins (Greek yogurt, protein powder, lean meats), healthy fats (nuts, seeds, avocado), and high-fiber carbohydrates (fruits, vegetables, whole grains). Not all calories are equal; the source of calories significantly impacts your body and weight.

7. Move Your Body Consistently Throughout the Day, Starting with Walking

It’s MUCH more important to move regularly than to throw yourself into some radical exercise regimen...

Activity over intense exercise. Forget punishing boot camps or hours on the elliptical. The focus is on consistent, moderate physical activity throughout the day, not just scheduled workouts. This type of movement burns calories without excessively increasing appetite or stress hormones like cortisol.

The 10,000-step goal. Aim to walk a minimum of 10,000 steps daily, tracked with a pedometer. This achievable goal encourages regular movement like taking the stairs, walking during calls, or parking farther away. It transforms a sedentary lifestyle into an active one.

Walking's benefits. Walking is crucial for overall health and weight management. It improves cardiovascular fitness, reduces blood pressure and diabetes risk, increases lung capacity, and contributes significantly to daily calorie expenditure without the injury risk of high-intensity exercise.

8. Add Simple Resistance Training to Sculpt and Strengthen

The weight of your body is sufficient to get you in great shape in no time.

Boost resting metabolism. Resistance training builds lean muscle tissue, which increases your resting metabolic rate. This means you burn more calories even when you're not actively moving, including while you sleep.

Tone and sculpt. Diet alone won't give you a toned physique. Simple resistance exercises, using just your body weight or light resistance, help sculpt and tighten your muscles. This improves your body composition and appearance.

Efficient and accessible. The Body Reset incorporates short, 5-minute resistance circuits performed 3-5 days a week. These exercises require little to no equipment and can be done anywhere, eliminating excuses and making strength training a sustainable habit.

9. Master Portion Control and Mindful Eating for Lasting Success

You can eat the most nutritious ingredients in the world, but if you eat too many of them, you’re still going to gain weight.

Quantity matters. Even healthy foods contribute to weight gain if consumed in excess. Be mindful of serving sizes, which are often much larger than needed, especially in restaurants. Controlling portions is fundamental to managing calorie intake.

Behavioral awareness. Overeating is often driven by habit, boredom, or stress, not true hunger. Pay attention to why you are eating. Engaging in activities or simply pausing before reaching for food can help differentiate between physical hunger and emotional eating.

Strategies for control:

  • Use smaller plates and bowls.
  • Pack snacks in single-serving portions.
  • Avoid eating in front of screens.
  • Chew food slowly and deliberately.
  • Pause when three-quarters full to assess hunger.

10. Plan Ahead and Stock Your Kitchen for Effortless Healthy Eating

To avoid the pitfalls of yo-yo dieters, advance preparation is critical.

Eliminate temptation. Stock your pantry and fridge with Body Reset-approved staples. Remove high-sugar, processed foods that can derail your efforts during weak moments. If others in the household keep junk food, store it out of sight.

Grocery store strategy. Go to the store with a shopping list and stick to it. Avoid tempting aisles if necessary. Planning meals and snacks in advance ensures you have the necessary ingredients on hand, reducing the likelihood of resorting to unhealthy takeout or convenience foods.

Meal prep simplicity. The S-meals (Salads, Sandwiches, Soups, Stir-fries, Scrambles) are designed for quick preparation (under 5 minutes). Keep ingredients like pre-sliced frozen veggies, egg whites, canned beans, and whole-grain bread readily available. Consider doubling recipes to have healthy leftovers.

11. Enjoy Two "Free" Meals a Week for Sustainable Living

The one big (and I’m sure welcome) change in this phase is that you’ll now get to have two “free” meals a week during which you can eat and drink whatever you want!

Flexibility for life. Strict deprivation is unsustainable. The Body Reset allows for two weekly "free" meals where you can eat and drink anything you desire. This prevents feelings of resentment and makes the plan compatible with social events and enjoying favorite foods.

Not a "cheat day". Calling them "free" meals rather than "cheat" meals removes the pressure to overindulge excessively. It's about enjoying specific occasions without guilt, not dedicating an entire day to unhealthy eating. Two meals are significantly less indulgence than a full cheat day.

Earned enjoyment. These free meals are a reward for consistently following the plan the rest of the week. You may find that after eating healthily, your body is less tolerant of junk food, naturally curbing excessive indulgence.

12. Embrace the Body Reset as a Lifelong Lifestyle Change

This plan is all about lasting years, not days...

Sustainable habits. The Body Reset isn't a temporary fix; it's a framework for long-term healthy living. By gradually incorporating simple, sustainable eating and movement habits, you build a foundation for lasting weight management and improved health.

Continuous progress. Continue walking 10,000 steps daily and performing the 5-minute resistance circuits 5 days a week. As you get stronger, you can increase the difficulty or add more sets, ensuring your fitness continues to improve over time.

Your personal plan. After the initial 15 days, you have the flexibility to tailor the plan to your preferences, alternating smoothies, meals, and snacks while adhering to the core principles of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Revisit Phase I or II whenever you need a quick reset or boost.

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Review Summary

3.79 out of 5
Average of 500+ ratings from Goodreads and Amazon.

The Body Reset Diet receives mixed reviews, with an average rating of 3.79 out of 5. Many readers appreciate the smoothie recipes and find the diet plan easy to follow, leading to weight loss and improved health. Some praise the balanced approach to nutrition and exercise. However, critics argue it's just another restrictive diet, lacking vegetarian options, and relying too heavily on specific brands. The book's simplicity is both praised and criticized, with some finding it basic and others appreciating its straightforward approach to healthy eating and lifestyle changes.

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About the Author

Harley Samuel Pasternak is a renowned personal trainer, public speaker, and bestselling author based in Los Angeles. He is best known for developing popular diet and fitness programs, including The Body Reset Diet and the 5-Factor Diet. Pasternak's educational background includes an Honours Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario and a Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology and Nutritional Sciences from the University of Toronto. His expertise in fitness and nutrition has made him a influential figure in the health and wellness industry, with his books becoming New York Times bestsellers.

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