Is oatmeal on the South Beach Diet?

Also question is, what can I eat for breakfast on South Beach Diet?

Here's a look at what you might eat during a typical day in phase 1 of the South Beach Diet: Breakfast. Breakfast might be an omelet with smoked salmon or baked eggs with spinach and ham, along with a cup of coffee or tea.

Subsequently, question is, why the South Beach diet is bad? As Agatston outlines in his book, the long-term effects of following the South Beach Diet — beyond just losing weight — include lowering your cholesterol, along with your risk of heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and even some cancers.

Likewise, what foods are not allowed on the South Beach Diet?

• No fruit is allowed until phase two.
• Starches such as pasta, rice or bread are discouraged in phase one.
• Whole grains and sugary foods are off-limits in phase one.
• Alcohol is forbidden in phase one – wine and beer have carbs; all drinks have calories.

What can you eat on the South Beach Diet Phase 1?

Phase 1: Foods to Include

• Lean beef, pork, lamb, veal and game.
• Skinless chicken and turkey breast.
• Fish and shellfish.
• Turkey bacon and pepperoni.
• Eggs and egg whites.
• Soy-based meat substitutes.
• Low-fat hard cheese, ricotta cheese and cottage cheese.