We all crave quick weight loss, but it's rarely advisable. Rapid results often trigger the yo-yo effect, where lost pounds return even faster. That's why sustainable alternatives are key. Enter the "egg" diet, promising 3-4 kilos off in one week. Realistic? Likely not. Yet eggs are a proven superfood, loaded with vitamins B12 and D, iodine, phosphorus, and high-quality protein (13g from two eggs). Their satiating power and low calories make them diet-friendly.
Nutrition authority Dr. Jean-Michel Cohen revived the egg diet in his book "The Cohen Method". It's a strict, short-term protocol. "It's a very fast sequence that Savoir Maigrir program members dubbed the egg diet. This express formula targets 3-4 kg in 1 week, within a broader plan to prevent regain," he explains. Limit to eight days, repeatable every 2-3 months. To combat fatigue, consider pharmacy polyvitamins and 1-2 potassium tablets if deficient (doctor-approved). Not suitable for diabetics, pregnant women, those with food compulsions, severe heart rhythm issues, or liver/kidney conditions.
Many nutritionists criticize it harshly. "A week at under 400 kcal daily on protein alone? That's essentially fasting! Losing 3-4 kilos weekly is absurd. The body isn't a machine—it can't shed that much fat mass sustainably. Bland, joyless diets spark compulsions and disorders, not lasting results."
Expect eggs galore. Breakfast: coffee or tea (unsweetened) with 2-3 egg whites (no yolk) and 0% dairy. Lunch: 2-3 whites plus 1 whole egg, unlimited vegetable broth, 0% dairy, and lemon water. Dinner mirrors lunch. Drink water freely. It's restrictive and uninspiring—not one we'd recommend long-term.
