The Cinch diet was designed by Cynthia Sass, a dietitian for two pro sports teams, and writer for Shape magazine.
Sass bases her plan on portion control, and eating balanced meals from 5 basic food groups.
Sass explains, "My plan isn't about counting calories, or grams, or points. It's about putting meals together like a puzzle with 5 pieces. And those pieces represent food groups that should be in your meal."
The groups are:
- Fruits and vegetables
- Whole grains
- Lean protein - that can be meat, cheeses, or tofu
- Plant-based fats such as olive oil, avocadoes, or nuts
- Seasonings, which can stimulate your metabolism
"It curbs the cravings for both sweet and salty," says Sass. "So instead of reaching for the chips or the cookies, you really won't want them."
Sass says the plan is easy to follow at home or on the road.
