The cabbage soup diet is low in fats, high in fibers, and has visible effects in the short term. This diet is not indicated in the long term, and should be followed for no more than one week.

The ingredients for the cabbage soup include one minced cabbage, two sliced onions, eighteen ounces tomato sauce, two mild peppers, two celeries, peppers, six sliced carrots, seven ounces of pods, half a cup of vinegar, spices, and greens. In order to prepare the soup, put the vegetables into a pot and let them boil. Add the spices, leave it for another ten minutes, and add the pepper and the green.

For instance, on Monday you may consume fruits, except bananas. Tuesday you may eat raw vegetables along with the cabbage soup. On the third day you may have vegetables and fruits, on the next day up to eight glasses of low-fat milk and up to eight bananas, then beef, poultry, and six tomatoes. On Saturday you may eat beef, poultry, fish, or vegetables. In the last day you may consume brown rice, vegetables, and sugar-free juice.

The advantage of this diet is that it may result in a fast weight loss, but it`s only a start for a healthy, balanced diet. However, some people complained of weakness, dizziness, and lack of concentration because of this
diet. Always ask for medical advice before starting a diet or a fitness program.