Cruise Phase: A Balanced Approach
During the cruise phase of the diet, a variety of non-starchy vegetables are reintroduced to enhance nutritional balance. This includes adding greens, zucchini, peppers, and cucumbers to your meal options. Additionally, it is essential to consume two tablespoons of oat bran daily. To further optimize results, the diet suggests alternating between cruise days and attack days, or following a pattern of five cruise days followed by five attack days until your desired weight is achieved.
Consolidation Phase
After achieving your desired weight, it is essential to enter the consolidation phase. During this stage, your body is still susceptible to weight gain, so the diet recommends a five-day consolidation period for each pound lost. For some individuals, this phase can last a considerable amount of time.
During the consolidation phase, you are allowed to consume unlimited amounts of protein and vegetables daily. Additionally, you can have one serving of fruit, two pieces of whole-grain bread, 1.5 ounces of cheese, and two tablespoons of oat bran. Each week, you are permitted two servings of starchy foods, one or two cheat meals, and three indulgent proteins, such as roast pork or ham. Furthermore, it is required to have one day of pure protein, known as an attack day, once a week.