Take two individuals who want to get fit. They do the same exercises, eat the same foods. Yet their bodies respond differently to their weight loss and fitness goals! Ever wondered why?

This very intrigue was explored by a renowned naturopathic physician Dr. D’Adamo in 1996, who investigated on how our Blood Groups are intertwined with our ability to digest varied kinds of Foods.

He inferred that consuming Diets in sync with Blood Groups improved Digestive abilities, facilitated effective Weight Loss, zoomed Energy Levels and prevented a plethora of Diseases...

BACKGROUND HISTORY OF BLOOD GROUPS!

Each of the Blood Groups O, A, B and AB evolved at different historical epochs. Blood Group ‘O’ was the earliest to appear. It was the Blood Group of Cave-dwelling ‘Hunters and Gatherers’ or ‘Carnivores’ who survived on high Animal Protein & Fat Diets. They hardly ate any Carbs or Plants, but were gifted with a fantastic ‘Acidic Metabolic’ system that could help them digest the heaviest of foods!

As Stone Age man moved towards Civilization - Agricultural Practices and Blood Group ‘As’ were seen in dominance. Blood Group A’s or ‘Herbivores’ thrived well on thorough Vegetarian Diets, with zero Animal Proteins!

Next, the Blood Group ‘B’ or ‘Omnivores’ arose - as Nomadic Tribes - who consumed a Mix of Animal and Vegetable Foods, along with ample Dairy Products.

Blood Group ‘AB’, also known as ‘Enigma’ was born by fusion of Blood Group Types A and B. Low on Stomach Acids, these rare Phenotypes consumed an Intermediate Diet of Organic Proteins, Vegetables and Grains!!

The above historical facts, along with the actuality of - the ‘Gut Digestive Bacteria’ being linked to Blood Types - led to the Discovery of ‘Blood Type’ Foods and Diets, that showcased proven benefits of Weight Loss, Stress Reduction and prevention of Diseases including Cancer and Cardiovascular ailments.

BLOOD TYPE GROCERY LISTS!

The next time that you’re out shopping why not experiment with Blood Type Foods and notice the difference yourself?

1. Blood Type O Foods

In the Grocery Basket:

• All high-protein Foods - Meat, Fish, Eggs, Chicken, Seafood
• Fresh Vegetables - Okra, Lettuce, Pumpkin, Kale, Broccoli, Onions, Turnip, Red Pepper, Garlic and Ginger
• Fresh Fruits – Cranberries, Gooseberries, Raspberries, Figs, Cherries, Prunes and Plums
• Fermented Foods – Dhokla, Idli, Dosa, Kulcha etc.

Avoid: Wheat, Wheat Starch, Corn, Dairy, Peanut Butter, Coconut, Green Peas, Mushrooms, Eggplant, Spinach, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Kiwi, Strawberry, Blackberry and Oranges. 

Top Tip: To lose Weight, eat more Kelp, Olive Oil, Sea Food, Red Meat, Spinach and Broccoli!

   2. Blood Type A Foods

In the Grocery Basket:

• All Fresh Vegetables: Especially Pumpkin, Lemon.
• All Fresh Fruits: Including Figs, Apricots and Dry Fruits like Raisins
• Wholegrains, Beans, Legumes and Seeds: Amaranth, Buckwheat, Rice, Rye, Peanuts, Brown Rice
• Soya, Tofu, Pasta, Oats, Brown Poha, Besan Chilla
• Seafood, Turkey

Avoid: Meat-free Diet is recommended. Also, no Chicken and Eggs to be consumed. Dairy, Wheat, Kidney Beans, Corn, Papaya, Banana, Pistachios, Cashew, Coconut and Beer – are to be avoided.

Top Tip: For Weight Loss consume more Vegetables, Pineapple, Olive Oil, Seafood and Soy.

3 . Blood Type B Foods

     In the Grocery Basket:

• Animal Protein: Certain Meats, Eggs and Seafood
• Paneer, Low-fat Dairy, Milk Products
• Fresh Green Vegetables and Fruits
• Grains, Oats, Oat Bran, Oatmeal, Quinoa

      Avoid: Chicken, Tomatoes, Corn, Peanuts, Lentils, Sesam Seeds, Wheat and Buckwheat.    

Top Tip: For optimum Weight Loss, eat more Liver, Eggs, Vegetables and Licorice Tea.

4 .Blood Type AB Foods

In the Grocery Basket:

• Lamb, Seafood, Eggs
• Goat’s Milk, Tofu, Yogurt
• Fresh Fruits and Vegetables: Beetroot, Cucumber, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Berries and Plums
• Grains: Millets, Oats, Rye, Sprouted Wheat, Spelt, Walnuts

         Avoid: Whole Milk, Chicken, Smoked & Cured Meats, Buckwheat,

         Kidney Beans, Corn, Coconut, Bananas, Mangoes, Caffeine, Black

         Tea and Alcohol. 

          Top Tip: For faster Weight Loss, consume more Kelp, Tofu, Seafood and Green Vegetables.

          Must have Combination Food Preparations for ABs:

• Brown Rice Pulav
• Khichdi
• Dalia
• Rice and Daal
• Roti and Daal

Thus, along with consuming the above Blood Type Foods; a regular Exercise Pattern should also be established. Type Os must practice High-intensity Workouts, Type A’s must pursue more Calming Exercises like Tai Chi or Meditation. Games that utilize both Body and Mind inputs such as Tennis work best for Type Bs. Lastly, Type ABs must focus on a mix of Centering Exercises like Yoga and Vigorous Workouts like Cycling!

Worldwide evidence, backed by Nutrionists’ recommendations, has it that Blood Type Diets do work!

Try Yourself!!