A monodiet is a method of eating only one type of food for a set period of time.
It is rare for a monodiet to last more than a few days because of its restrictive nature.
More than weight loss, the aim of a monodiet is to detoxify the body's organs.
Monodiet features
- Consumes a single food
- Can be practised for 3 consecutive days, one day a week or one meal a day
- Water and infusions should be consumed as desired
- The foods consumed in the monodiet are usually vegetables or grains, which are rich in micronutrients and antioxidants.
How does the Monodiet work?
The monodiet consists of eating the same food for 3 consecutive days.
The chosen food can be eaten as much as you like during these 3 days.
It is recommended to choose preferably organic products.
Only one food should be chosen so as not to overtax the digestive system.
Water and herbal teas are also unlimited during this period, and you should aim for a minimum of 1.5 to 2 litres of fluid per day.
It is also best to avoid heavy physical activity during this time.
How does the Monodiet cause detoxification?
We can compare the human body to a car engine that gets dirty over time: it accumulates waste products and toxins, which can lead to fatigue, dull skin and hair, a weakened immune system, digestive problems, etc.
Toxins come from within the body, but also from outside through food, pollution, drugs, smoking, alcohol, medicines, etc.
Eventually, the body would not be able to eliminate all these wastes and a detox would be necessary.
The liver, kidneys and intestines are the most targeted organs during a monodiet.
Technically, most of the foods offered in monodiets have very interesting nutrients for health, including fibre, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.
It is important to note that the human body, and in particular the liver and kidneys, are the key organs in processing bodily waste.
Yes, the body produces waste products, but these are handled by our organs and eliminated naturally.
Among other things, the liver is involved in the production of urea before it is eliminated from the body, the metabolism and elimination of alcohol and drugs with the help of the kidneys, the breakdown of fatty acids, and so on.
The kidneys are responsible for filtering a person's blood to remove waste products from it on a daily basis.
Did you know that the kidneys filter a person's total blood volume more than 60 times a day? So there is no need to worry about the quality of our blood if the kidneys are working well.
Finally, we realise that the foods offered during a monodiet are foods that contain a significant amount of antioxidants.
Remember that antioxidants play a role in neutralising free radicals that damage the body.
These free radicals are considered to be waste products produced by the body, but also come from outside through combustion smoke, chemicals, dust, etc.
Compounds with antioxidant properties include vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium and carotenoids.
How long does the monodiet last?
The classic monodiet lasts for 3 consecutive days, after which a light diet must be resumed.
Other monodiet formulas also exist:
- 1 day a week, every week of the year
- 1 meal a day, every week of the month
The important thing is to choose a formula that suits your lifestyle for maximum benefit.
What foods should I choose during a monodiet?
The most popular foods used in this diet are:
- Apples
- Grapes
- Cherries
- Peaches
- Carrots
- Melons
- Asparagus
- Celery
- Quinoa
- Rice
Note that water, herbal teas and infusions are also unlimited during this detox period.
Prohibited foods
During the three days of the monodiet, all foods that have not been chosen to be eaten at will are forbidden.
Certain foods, such as sweets, processed foods and alcohol, should be particularly avoided for good results.
Tobacco and all sources of external stress must also be avoided for the monodiet to be truly effective and beneficial.