The Special K Diet, also known as the Special K Challenge, is taking the country by storm. Unlike other brand-sponsored diets, it has a solid basis supported by science. The main tenant of the Special K Diet is to limit the dieter’s calorie intake by filling the stomach in the morning with something healthy – Special K cereal. It is reported that those who eat Special K in the morning are less likely to snack on unhealthy food through the day. Additionally, Special K is a fortified cereal, so dieters are receiving healthy quantities of vitamins and minerals in their food.
The Special K Website
The Special K website is set up to provide dieters with an introduction to the Special K Challenge. The site allows visitors to design their own plan among various food options by selecting one of four general plans and answering one simple question.
The Special K Diet Plans
There are four general plans in the Special K Diet:
- Classic Plan
- Mix It Up Plan
- On-The-Go Plan
- Chocolate Lover’s Plan
The Special K Challenge Question
The plans are further personalized by answering the question, “What is your motivation for taking the Special K Challenge?” There are six possible answers to the question:
- Lose baby weight
- Look spectacular for my wedding
- Upcoming trip or vacation
- Attending a class reunion
- Kick-start an even better me
- Other
The Answer
After choosing an answer, a customized 2-week meal plan is created for the Special K Challenge. That, however, is not the end of it. The meal plan can be customized even further with a menu bar of substitution choices. Simply click on a substitution to drag-and-drop it into the day and slot you want it in.
Once you have finished customizing the plan, you can print or email it. You can also save the plan by registering online. Once you have saved the plan, you also have access to a support page where you can talk to others taking the Special K Challenge.
The Meals
Each meal plan on the Special K Diet follows some general guidelines. Each day consists of two meals of Special K products and two snacks of Special K products. There is also a third meal of more regular dinner choices that include a lean protein source and vegetables. Some of the Special K products on the plan are several types of cereal, cereal bars, meal bars, low-fat granola, and multi-grain crackers.
Does it work?
The Special K Diet can help you lose weight. It works because it is a calorie-controlled meal plan. I recommend this plan because it is healthy and balanced. The Special K Diet is also recommended because it’s inexpensive. Special K products can be found at any and every grocery store. They can also be purchased in bulk online or at warehouse clubs, such as Costco’s and BJ’s.
While the Special K Challenge is safe, sound and inexpensive, some dieters may suffer from Special K overkill. After two weeks, many are ready to mix it up a little.
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