On November 19, 1944, 40 healthy young men entered the Laboratory of Physiological Hygiene at the University of On the first day of semi-starvation (February 12, 1945), the men sat down to a meal that included a small bowl of hot cereal, two slices of toast, a dish of fried potatoes, a dish of Jello, a small portion of jam, and a small glass of semi-starvation diet reflected what was available in the war-torn as areas of Europe-potatoes, turnips, rutabagas, dark bread, and rticipants were supposed to lose 2. 5 pounds (1. 1 kg) per week to reach the desired 25% weight reduction by the end of the o semi-starvation became an obsession. On November 19, 1944, 40 healthy young men entered the Laboratory of Physiological Hygiene at the University of Minnesota. This was followed by a 6-month semi-starvation period, beginning on February 12, 1945, in which they received only 1, 800 calories per day. The semi-starvation diet reflected what was available in the war-torn as areas of Europe-potatoes, turnips, rutabagas, dark bread, and macaroni.
You might wonder what you are allowed to drink when you have this diet. Well, the best drink is obviously fruit juices and herbal drinks. You can also try smoothies and cranberry water. Alcohol is forbidden. Also, you need to exclude coffee, soda, and other processed drinks because they are unhealthy. Conclusion These are some of the most important things you should know before you start the Rastafarian diet. Before you start any diet, it's recommended that you check it out with your doctor and see if you are allowed. Considering the fact that this is a diet full of nutrients and minerals, most people can do it. However, the protein deficit is a real concern, especially for those who don't like beans and peas. About the author Mae has travelled to over 40 countries and lived in 8. Born in St. Petersburg, Mae grew up in Lithuania and has spent most of her adult life in the UK. She has been blogging for over 8 years and is the lead editor on Travel Belles.