Wall Street Diet Review

 

New York City dietitian Heather Bauer couldn't have known when she published her book - Wall Street Diet- that the term "Wall Street" - once evoking admiration and an image of glamourous, successful people - would become a term that now evokes disapproval and disgust. Alas, it's no longer so glamourous to be "Wall Street". Regardless, Bauer conceived of this diet concept while working with Wall Street-type clients whose workaholic, always on-the-go, overbooked schedules were out of control . How could they keep their weight in check when they were dining out all the time, were never home and simply didn't have time for things like extensive workouts and special food shopping and meal preparation? Though the "Wall Street" part of it is a little passe, the managing your weight when your schedule is overbooked part of it is probably more relevant than ever - and applies to all of us, wherever we work and live.

Now, bear in mind that this "diet" book is not a detailed, instruction-laden, step-by-step plan to guide you through a weight loss journey. It's more of an outline - a Cliff's Notes - of tips and tricks that work to your advantage without requiring a major time investment or overhaul of your routine, and it's geared towards people who eat out more often than not. From the start, Bauer asks you to distinguish whether you are a "clean plate club" or a "controlled" kind of eater, and to honestly assess which foods you can and cannot live without. The answers to these questions will determine which of Bauer's tips and tricks will best serve you in getting and keeping control of your weight.

There is nothing revolutionary or even kitcshy/catchy in the Wall Street Diet, it's pretty basic practical advice and realistic solutions for people who are not the masters of their own schedules, but rather subjects to them. Bauer aims to teach you how to become a "stealth dieter" - watching your calories by choosing your foods wisely in work dining situations (this advice is just as applicable to social or any public situations) without attracting undue attention or having to announce to everyone you're on a diet. The nutritional advice is standard: say no to what you know is no good for you and yes to fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, calcium-rich yogurt, etc. Still, Bauer insists that you do not need to give up your favorite foods to make her plan work - you just need to manage them better. Bauer also advises getting regular exercise as a cornerstone of healthy living and weight managment. Given that the target market are those who can't find the time for exercise - she provides 20 minute routines (who can't find 20 minutes?) and guidance on home exercise videos and ways you can work out while you're traveling.

Will you lose weight on the Wall Street Diet? Yes, though not rapidly. (Which is not a bad thing.) Bauer's suggestions for calorie cutting and calorie burning within the course of a busy day are solid strategies for implementing little, non-intensive changes which don't disrupt your routine yet make a very big difference in health and wellness over time.