Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

There have been a number of questions regarding the 3 day diet in recent times. The three day diet is a fad diet, meaning that there is no real scientific evidence behind whether a 3 day diet plan can work.

However, there is anecdotal evidence regarding the success of 3 day diets in the form of many people that tried a particular 3 day heart diet or 3 day tuna diet and ended up better off for the experience. The results of many of these different diets can only be viewed in that anecdotal context because the 3 day apple diet that worked for someone might not work for someone else and likewise you might end up feeling extremely sick with the 3 day cardiac diet and then a week later find out that you actually lost 10 pounds through the use of the 3 day chemical breakdown diet.

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Because of the uncertainty related to any 3 day fad diet, regardless of whether it has a fancy name like the 3 day detox diet does (or the 3 day miracle diet for that matter), it is important to keep close tabs on your progress throughout the 3 day weight loss diet that you choose to pursue.

The 3 Day Diet

Here are your meals for a free 3 day diet that you can follow to lose weight fast. This free 3 day diet plan is just one example of the many 3 day fad diets currently circulating the internet and while there are some good points to it, there are some cautions as well.

Day 1

For breakfast, have black coffee or tea, half a grapefruit and one slice of toast with two tablespoons of peanut butter
For lunch, have a half cup of tuna with one slice of toast as well as coffee or tea
For dinner, consume seven slices of any meat product, eat one cup of string beans, one cup of beets, one small apple and one cup of vanilla ice cream

Day 2

For breakfast, eat one egg, half a banana and one slice of toast with either black coffee or tea
For lunch, eat one cup of cottage cheese and three saltine crackers
For dinner, eat two hot dogs, one cup of broccoli, half a cup of carrots and one cup of vanilla ice cream

Day 3

For breakfast, eat three saltine crackers, one slice of cheddar cheese, one small apple and drink a cup of black coffee or tea
For lunch, eat one hard boiled egg along with a slice of toast
For dinner, eat one cup of tuna, one beet, one cup of cauliflower, half a cantaloupe and half a cup of vanilla ice cream

This is an example of one of the 3 day diet plans that works on the chemical breakdown principle. Now, while there are some good aspects to this diet, as previously mentioned the three day diet stated above also has some serious drawbacks and criticisms that can be made of it. The only way to get a true picture of this or any other three day diet plan and ultimately decide whether it is appropriate for your situation is to hear both sides of the coin. With three day diets in particular this is vitally important.

The Good of a 3 Day Diet

The main good aspect about this 3 day 10 pound diet is the fact that it mixes things up, allowing you to eat a wide range of foods while at the same time allowing you to keep your calorie intake extremely low. The foods used with this diet in particular are reminiscent of many of the 3 day cleanse diet plans that are out on the market in which your goal is to eat a number of good foods in order to cleanse your body of all of the bad junk that you have been eating. Whether or not these 3 day cleansing diet plans actually work is an open question, but that is the principle that they try to follow.

Another good aspect of this particular 3 day detox diet plan is the fact that it allows you to eat vanilla ice cream at the end of each day. The vanilla ice cream acts as a reward for your discipline in sticking to the 3 day diet meal plan and therefore more people can finish this diet. Finally, some people have used 3 day diet plans that were exactly like this one in order to achieve results, which is empirical evidence that at least for some people they seem to work.

The Bad of a 3 Day Diet

The main bad point that would have to be considered in a 3 day diet review of this particular diet is the fact that you are essentially starving yourself for three days in an effort to lose a large amount of weight. This is in fact the main point of criticism that 3 day diet reviews level on diets like this one and many of those same reviews tend to dismiss 3 day diet results or 3 day diet success stories that come from the diets, citing that something else must have been going on at the same time.

The main reason that people are so critical of the 3 day fad diet is the fact that it seems to be counter to what nutritionists generally believe about the human body. They tend to believe nowadays that the human body stores food and has a starvation mode that it goes into when it does not get a certain amount of calories a day. This means that any initial weight loss on the part of a three day diet would only be temporary and those gains would be rolled back when the body went into starvation mode and started to conserve the food that you put into it. Unfortunately, at the same time this might end up leading to dizziness and general weakness on your part.

Conclusion

This has led some people to suggest a 3 day on, 4 day off diet that could counteract some of those effects, but at the moment the debate is still going on as to the overall effectiveness of these diets. Ultimately, it is a matter of personal choice as to whether you would like to pursue these types of diets. As always seek medical advise from your doctor before doing any diet plan or exercise plan.

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Kelly makes this comment

Option for Vegetarians?

Friday, 03 February 2012

I am really excited to start. What is the substitute option if I am a vegetarian?
Bella makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Thursday, 02 February 2012

Not to sound stupid but does this actually make you lose fat or just "weight"? I mean I don't really care what the scale says, I just want to lose some pounds off of my stomach and inches around the waist.
antonio jimenez makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 01 February 2012

Hey, for the grapefruit, can i add some splenda. I ACTUALLY LIKE GRAPEFRUIT better with some sugar. oh can this diet work with a 14 yr old who weights 190lbs?thanks
Jezz makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Tuesday, 31 January 2012

This diet definitely works if you follow it completely. The problem is if you dont change unhealthy eating habits afterwards its a waste of time. This diet is a great start if you are determined to lose weight and need that push to get ahead of the race. Just remember after the three days the hard work must continue or failure is inevitable. I know!
Autumn makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Tuesday, 31 January 2012

Yes this diet does work but u hve to stick to exactly what it says to eat! The ONLY add salt & pepper to your food! No butter, sugar, cream etc. bbecause you are cutting sweets & fat. Diet is not worth doing if do it 3 days and them eat alot on the 4 days u are off!! it takes alot of obedience bc the calorie in take is soo low! But I wish everyone good luck!!!!
kim makes this comment

gum

Sunday, 29 January 2012

i just started today i just realized i forgot about gum and have been chewing it for 10 min and took it out will that mess up things???
nikkiann makes this comment

uhm..

Sunday, 29 January 2012

well i'm 17 and i am 250..yes, not very good but i'm determined to lose about 100lbs in about 5 months. does this ACTUALLY work? i've read through this page and i'm still not really sure. i go to school during the day and i'm not sre about the lunch part mostly because the school just drops stuff on our trays. any suggestions?
Beasty1233 makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Saturday, 28 January 2012

WILL THIS WORK FOR A 15 YEAR OLD WHO WEIGHS 188 AND IS ABOUT 5"3. 5"4""
urgh its time to loose makes this comment

slow n steady wins the race ;)

Friday, 27 January 2012

My sister is about to be married this year...n i desperately wanna loose weight to look prettier in the dress heehee....im 5 feet tall n i weigh 143 pounds i started this diet yesterday and loss 1.5 pounds however i did cheat in between (ate a couple of butter biscuits)i plan to continue this diet for a while till i get my desired weight (115 pounds)i wld like to wish all of u luck... n remember loose weight for urself n not to please others;)
Tyler makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Thursday, 26 January 2012

Losing weight and keeping it off will not magically happen in 3 days, it is a lifestyle. It's not about the quantity of food you eat, it is what you eat. Just face it, if you are fat, you need to get off your ass and go exercise. Walking doesnt do anything for you. Eat low carb meals and exercise more than 4 times a week. You will achieve true success if you have dedication and discipline.
keta makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Sunday, 22 January 2012

this diet does work... i did before joining the military.....
Emma24 makes this comment

Saltine Crackers

Monday, 16 January 2012

Hi Everyone! I'm 24, 150lb and 5'4'' I've started the diet today and I'm really hoping to loose as much weight as possible in a month. Will let you all know how it goes! I was just wondering if anyone knows what crackers to use - I'm from England so would Ritz crackers be ok? Thanks!
Daniela makes this comment

I'm Starting tomorrow!

Sunday, 15 January 2012

Hello, I'm 28 and ever since I had my son almost 3 years ago I have not been able to loose all the weight I gain! I'm 235 pounds!!! 5'4... So to start off i would like to drop 35 pounds which I have done this Diet before and it works, now i'm just to lazy to do it. So wish me luck!!!
Stacey white makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Friday, 13 January 2012

Can you have butter on the toast
aalyah makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Thursday, 12 January 2012

I really want to loose at least 20-30 pounds . I'm tired of feeling left out because mostly all my friends are skinny . I'm 14 and wiegh 209lbs
shiva makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Thursday, 12 January 2012

I followed the diet very much as exactly as it is. But I have not lost any weight? !!!
JULIE makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 11 January 2012

DO YOU THINK THIS DIET WORKS BECAUSE OF THE AMOUNT OF FOOD--OR THE COMBINATIONS OF THE FOOD? I'M WONDERING IF I SUBSTITUTE, WILL THAT THROW THINGS OFF?
Crystal makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Today I am on day 3 and I have to say that I feel amazing! Not once have I felt hungry through this process. Lets hope tomorrows outcome is good!! Will post tomorrow with my weight results.
Dawn makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 11 January 2012

I just wanted to comment that I did this plan to the T (and I don't like many of the foods on it) and I lost 30 pounds on it and then I lost another 20 pounds on my own discretion. I lost 10 pounds the first 3 days (alot of it is water retention) and gained 2 pounds during my 4 days off the plan. I also didn't lose any during my 4th week of being on it so I ate at my own discretion. It is true that it does not work for everyone and I also believe that you must follow it precisely - no chewing gum, etc. I think when you are overweight you have a better chance at losing the weight versus someone that is of average size or height/weight proportionate. It is a "starvation" diet plan. I read alot of books to keep my mind off of the food and I drank lots of water but I was starving - especially after eating 1 cup cottage cheese and 3 saltine crackers for lunch! I also skipped the coffee and tea and stuck with water so I would have a major headache by day 2.
Gabbi makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Monday, 09 January 2012

I'm 5'7 and 125 pounds, is it safe for a teenage girl to try this diet?
Cassie makes this comment

Ended up gaining weight

Monday, 09 January 2012

I followed this diet to a T in an effort to lose 10 lbs for a pageant but after the 3 days I ended up actually gaining 4 lbs. I'm only 5 feet and around 98 lbs soI'm fairly small to begin with but I just wanted to throw out there that this diet doesn't work for everyone.
Summer makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Monday, 09 January 2012

Last week I started the 3 day diet and lost 7lbs then I ate healthy for 4 days and today I start the 3 day diet again. I finished dinner weighed myself and I have lost 2 more pounds. However I did not go by the diet on this it have veriations if you don't want beets, cottage cheese or so one. I plan to continue the diet 3 days on 4 days off for 3 months hopefully I will lose as much weight as I need.
Nadia makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Sunday, 08 January 2012

Starting Today YAAAAAAY HOPE THIS WORK!!!!!
Trish makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Thursday, 05 January 2012

Back when I was in my early 20's I lost over 60 lbs in all with this diet. I always felt full and it taught me how to eat in moderation. I am now in my late thirties and two children under my belt,and I maintained my weight lose for over fifteen years. Just now going to give the diet another go, I am older and about 20 lbs heavier. Just need to see if it will work to get me back on track!!!
Las Vegas makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 04 January 2012

This is my first time trying this diet. I'm on Day 2 and just had my breakfast and so far so good. Yesterday I found myself cheating just a little bit and had a couple of almonds just to satisfy the hunger which I'm sure was just in my head. My plan is to eat but not overeat. I've been working out with this plan as well in the morning and evening to boost the weight lost. With exercise and eating right, all of us should be able to achieve our goals. I'm 31, mother of two. 5'5 140lbs. My ideal weight would be 120lbs. I've been an avid off/on go to the gym kind of person but 2011 was not a good year. It was sit on my couch, make great delicious dinners, have a bag of potato chips kind of year. 2012 is definitely the year for me to get back to the best body.the best person I can be. Good Luck to all that is doing this diet. Just remember. Affirm the Positive, visualize the positive and expect the positive and your life will change accordingly.
Tiffany makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 04 January 2012

I did this diet but make a few small changes to make it more bearable. Instead of black coffee, I used fat free creamer and Equal sweetener in my coffee then skipped the vanilla ice cream at the end of the day. I also cut out the beets all together since I don't eat them. Finally, instead of cottage cheese, which I absolutely hate, I had a cup of fat free yogurt in place of it. By the end of day two, I had lost 6 lbs and was STARVING, so I didn't make it through day three. I was proud of my six pounds so the next day, I went back to eating normally. About a week later, I'd gained back all six pounds! This diet is just a TEMPORARY solution to weight loss. Of course, you could feel free to do it over and over again with about two or three days in between eating normally so you don't become under nourished. Good luck to anyone who attempts this diet and congratulations to anyone who made it through it with results.
Erin makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Tuesday, 03 January 2012

Are there any substitutions I could make since I'm a vegetarian??? I really want to try this!
Hopefull makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Friday, 30 December 2011

I finished day 3 yesterday and lost 8lbs! I worked out all 3 days, followed the diet exactly and drank plenty of water. I feel great and am watching what I eat the next four days. Looking forward to doing the plan next week. Bet of luck to all and happy new year!
jenny makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Tuesday, 27 December 2011

I was thinking what if I don't stop after the three days. And I repeat the whole thing for a straight week would it be possible to loose 20 pounds ?
Elena makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Saturday, 24 December 2011

I'm looking to lose 30-35 pounds..but i just want to lose, at least, the first 10 pounds with this diet. i'm buying a new scale, I'm also going to work out while doing this diet & will report back to here at the end of the 3 days! Hoping for the best. (fingers crossed)
carl makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Tuesday, 20 December 2011

i am not a huge fan of tuna, quite frankly i hate it. can i substitute chicken or turkey for the tuna?
Catty makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Friday, 16 December 2011

Hi, I'm 13 and weight 70 kg and im around 165 cm...i want to lose some weight, not because what others say but because i feel kind of unhealthy so i hope this works. I was wondering if i habe to have the ice cream? If you have any tips please tell me x
Jo makes this comment

STAYING ON THE DIET FOR LONGER THAN 3 DAYS?

Friday, 16 December 2011

I just wanted to know if staying on the diet a little longer than 3 days will actually work or?.. Im not talking long term here just an extra few days. Iv tried google but havent really found an answer. This diet is my 2nd time found, First time I Lost, 5lbs in 2 days! Woop!. I didnt put the weight back on !!! :D And this is my 2nd day and Im 2Lbs down today. Great stuff. So YES It does WORK!!! :D
Ana makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 14 December 2011

hi! i want to know, what happens if you continue the diet for like 4 days?
charles k buzbee makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 14 December 2011

I tried one a few years ago that was very similar to this . The only difference being the order in which you ate some of the foods and the ice cream only came in on the last meal . I lost 9.5 lbs. the first week , 9.5 the 2nd and 9 the 3rd . It does work and , at the time I was only going for 20 lbs. to start with . Crystal asked 2 days ago if it matters how the egg is prepared . No , it doesn't as long as you don't use anything but water to cook it . I usually whip it with a splash of water and microwave it for 1 minute . Oh , and the tea or coffee are as much as you want unsweetened and no creamer or milk . I know this sounds strange as you get ice cream in the diet , but that is supposed to be at the right point in the diet to make your body do the breakdown . This diet will work for many people but there is no diet that works for everyone . Thanks
Inlovewithlife12 makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 14 December 2011

I'm on my second round of the diet. Very happy with my results so far. I feel great. Everyone loses weight differently and being a person who has always been active but tends to eat too many sweets occasionally, I knew I wouldn't lose 10lbs in the first 3 days. But I am well on my way. Lost 4 pounds last week and did not gain it back after my 4 days off the diet. I continued to workout and ate everything in moderation. For those that don't like ice cream, I would say substitute it for a low cal, low fat dessert of your choice. It's just something to look forward to that teaches you you don't have to give everything you love up. But do not go overboard. Make sure you are limiting it to 200cal first day, 100cal for the 2nd and third day prior to consuming. Non-cottage cheese lovers should probably substitute it for another protein, same amount like tuna. But it should be low in fat and calories since cottage cheese is high in protein and low in everything else.
crystal makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Monday, 12 December 2011

does it matter on the egg if it is bolied scrambled?
Chezimoon makes this comment

Really Works

Sunday, 11 December 2011

Well I started on the 7th i lost 6.8lbs could've lost more but i was confused bout some foods. Still happy though im goong to.keep going non stop =) Good luck to all. Ill try to keep you posted. Ciao for now
Shell makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Sunday, 11 December 2011

Hi After having a baby I now need to get back to my normal size. On day 2 it says to have Cottage cheese. Is there something else I can have instead of this and is ice cream MUST??? Thx
james makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Saturday, 10 December 2011

Hey my name is james and I'm 18 5'5 andd 250 pounds and. I was wonderin if this 3day diet really works
Momof3 makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 07 December 2011

This works. To the 13year old up there. A ' friend ' that calls others a huge pig is NOT a friend. Do not lose weight to impress anyone. Be healthy & safe! You are beautiful the way you are, period! With that said being physically fit & feeling good is important. Good luck.
Inlovewithlife12 makes this comment

Starting Tomorrow: Question

Monday, 05 December 2011

For those that have found success in doing this plan on and off, what do you eat on your "off" days in order to keep the weight off before you go back on for another 3 days? I understand the risk of gaining more weight in the short term, but I really am looking to keep this weight off and normally do eat small portions.
Angie makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Monday, 05 December 2011

I have been doing this diet off and on for 2 months and have lost 16 pounds and my co-worker has lost 24 so it really does work! Only bad thing is that is gets boring and hard to eat so many eggs and tuna after a while but I am going to continue to do it.
Julia makes this comment

For all the teens/younger women

Saturday, 03 December 2011

To all of the teenagers who are posting on here.... Yes... it's safe... technically, and because you are still growing and have a higher metabolism because of the work your body still has to do to help you grow, you can drop weight quickly. HOWEVER!!!!! Dropping weight quickly like this will likely have negative consequences long term. You need to eat healthier, cut out sugars and anything "man made" like candy, pop/soda. I recommend the Eat Clean Diet by Tosca Reno. It is amazing, and the long term health benefits to prevent heart disease, diabetes, and other PREVENTABLE illnesses are normal. As far as your "FRIENDS" saying you are fat/ugly... FORGET THEM!!! Be very careful, because a quick drop in weight is extremely addicting to people who are young. Do it long term. LONG TERM. Focus on the future. Combination of interval training with weight training, and a consistent natural diet is the healthiest way to cut weight long term.
Rosella makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Friday, 02 December 2011

This diet works, but you need to exercise as well. I lost 46 lbs. Kept it off for 3 yrs. Have gained a little weight. Am going back on it for a short time.
AshleyB makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Friday, 02 December 2011

It does work.. on Day 3 and so far I have lost 6lbs. I used shredded chicken instead of tuna..and carrots instead of beets. I would spread the food items out throughout the morning and afternoon so I wouldnt get as hungry. All the fruit and vegetables I have ate raw. And have had more than one cup of coffee at a time too. But am also drinking 80ounces of water or more. The diet works if you stick to it, but on day 4 you cant eat unhealthy again. Only add in another 200 calories or so and then in 4days do it again! Good luck to everyone! It does work!
So Far So Good makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Friday, 02 December 2011

Is the first time i try, and today is day 1 for me, I dont feel like I am starving myself, I feel pretty good, and I feel lighter, but I have not weight myself yet, we will see
Leti makes this comment

End of day 3

Thursday, 01 December 2011

I've done this diet before. It's always worked for me. The last time I did it was about 5 years ago and I lost 8 lbs then. I've since gotten married had a child and put on about 40 lbs. I've never chained it before , but I will start it again next Monday. So far looks like I've lost about 8 lbs. will know for sure tomorrow.
SOMEONE makes this comment

Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Wednesday, 30 November 2011

okay im goona try this but there is now cantalupe around me and how would we eat in tuna. just plain? i need details
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Three Day Diet - Lose 10 Pounds in 3 Days?

Tuesday, 29 November 2011

I'm on the second day of the diet and have lost 5 pounds so far! :)

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