The Abs Diet is a 6 week diet plan designed to promote muscle growth and fat burning. The diet is created by Men’s Health magazine editor David Zinczenko which emphasizes 6 meals spread throughout the day where each main meal should include 2 or 3 of the “12 Power Foods”. The diet is combined with an exercise program which is focused on interval training to help achieve weight loss, and better health and fitness.

Twelve power foods

Almonds and other nuts
Beans and legumes
Spinach and other green veggies
Dairy (fat-free/low-fat)
Instant oatmeal (no sugar added)
Eggs
Turkey/lean meat (steak, chicken and fish)
Peanut butter (all-natural, and limit to 3 tablespoons per day max)
Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
Whole grain bread/cereal
Extra protein (whey) powder
Raspberries and other berries

The Abs Diet does not require calorie counting, and each week you’re allowed one meal to eat whatever you like. The exercise component of this diet includes strength training 3 times a week with focus on abdominal exercises, and interval training and cardio training on non-strength training days. For the first two weeks of the Abs Diet, exercising is optional.