21 Day No Wheat Challenge For Permanent Weight Loss
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Lose up to 50 pounds in months
On today’s episode of Live Lean TV, I’m challenging you to a 21 day no wheat challenge for permanent weight loss.
But first, quick question.
Do you know which “health food” can cause your blood sugar to spike more than 2 tablespoons of pure sugar?
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I want to know what your guess is.
So before reading any further, type your answer in the comment section below.
Once you type in your guess, come on back up and find out the answer.
I’ll be waiting.
If you’ve been a long time Live Lean TV viewer you may have guessed right.
The answer is wheat, including whole wheat.
Are you surprised?
Lose the wheat, lose the weight
Research, case studies, and testing it on myself and past clients, re-affirms that eliminating or reducing wheat from your diet can be the solution to:
- permanent weight loss
- long-term health
- fixing common digestive problems
And yes, this includes the “healthy” whole grains that your government always tells you to eat.
Believe me, I was a bread-a-holic growing up as a kid
This included 4 pieces of bread in the morning, 2 more for lunch, and 2-4 more slices for snacks.
Remember how I told you I was a skinny armed, flabby belly kid growing up?
Well I can thank bread for that.
And I was a very active as a kid.
Damn bread!
William Davis, who is a cardiologist and author of the book Wheat Belly, provided the following conclusions from clinical studies on people that eliminated wheat from their diet.
Eliminate this “health food” and lose up to 50 pounds in a few months
Participants who eliminated wheat from their diet:
- Lost up to 50 pounds in the first few months of going wheat free.
- Are being cured of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.
- Are recovering from intestinal issues.
- Showed improvements in cholesterol counts, bone density, skin conditions, ulcers and hair loss.
- Reduced inflammation and arthritis in their body.
Take the 21 day no wheat challenge for permanent weight loss
Here’s your healthy action step.
Try to eliminate wheat, yes even whole grain wheat, from your diet for 21 days.
That’s it.
21 days.
If after the 21 day no wheat challenge, you haven’t:
- lost weight
- gained energy
- increased overall well being
You can come over and punch me in the gut, or maybe just the shoulder.
Eliminating wheat may not seem normal
But in todays world, “normal” is overweight and energy less.
Ultimately, it’s up to you to make your own decisions.
I’m just here to help you make the right one.
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I’m serious, I want you to share this challenge. 😉
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Wheat bread. I don’t eat it anymore.
Starting to eliminate wheat from my diet starting tomorrow and for the year
of 2015 (as well as refined oils and high sugar products).
What about whole gain oatmeal?
I don’t know the science behind this, but I do know this: when I don’t eat
wheat products or processed carbs such as white rice and pasta, the weight
falls off! 40 lbs this year at a rate of about 2 lbs per month. This isn’t
BS. The guy understands the insulin response. There isn’t time to explain
all the why’s and wherefores to you in a three-minute video. If you want
the science, go look it up. There’s a way cool thing out there called an
“internet”. Google “insulin response” and you’ll understand the principles
behind what Brad says here.
I gave up all processed food including bread. In four months I lost 51
lbs.
This is stupid there is not wrong with carbs just as long as you don’t eat
the white ones that are empty calorie at least that is what I was taught
and it make way more sense plus you don’t have to suffer from not being
able to eat carbs
The author of the wheat belly is fat! I dont know what he was elminating
from diet,
yay I was close!
Whole grain bread
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potato
Paleo..Plaeo..Paleo is the best way to go
hi brad, wat about ezekiel bread?
Oatmeal
oatmeal??
soy
what he say same as elliot hulse say long time ago…dammm thats right..
whole wheat bread
would this include all carbs such as brown rice, yams, etc.?
wheat bread
wheat bread
yogurt
i’ve been gradually taking wheat out of my diet, and after not consuming it and eating it again I can see how badly it afects me, but it’s been hard, it is a really addictive food, but the results come faster, my joints don’t hurt anymore, I feel better rested and focused, and I just won’t get fat even if I wanted to hahha
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what is the website?.
it’s a better option…BUT…focus on carbs from fibrous veggies for optimal fat loss results
would gluton free breads work?
Thanks for the informative videos. I’m up to 207. Time to go on the offense and get this fat off of me.You are an inspiration. Who isn’t motivated to try and get in shape when they see a chiseled set of abs? I’m going to cut out breads and carbs (except for some vegetable carbs?), stop drinking sodas (this is killing me because I get real tired if I don’t have a soda every few hours like it’s somehow keeping me alive??) Make protein the main food source with small frequent portions.
I like that your videos are short, sweet, and to the point. Thank you.
Yep I agree. i know the bad fat is the reason that stopping 6 pack coming outside even we work out well.
Between I saw an interview with body building champion where he talks about 7 odd foods he eats to keep his abs hard.
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Cut out bread (wheat), rice, potatoes and corn – AKA: Starches including hidden forms. Botta-Bing you will loose weight
go with coconut based bread (mostly homemade versions) or SPROUTED whole grains (Ezekial)… but i recommend you eliminate it or at least reduce it
Is there any good bread out there?
Whole wheat is bad, white bread is bad… Is
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brad i need your help i have been trying to lose weight to join the army what is the best diet and exercise that will help push this along
this is for weight loss how about for maintanance is this have to be done too?? i have take some wheat already should i remove all of it??
for faster results, i’d drop it and go with my meat & nuts breakfast (see vid)
Brad so no Oatmeal?
Honey
excellent. so great reading stuff like this.
Hi Brad. What you are sharing is good stuff! I have been sugar free and gluten free now for 4 months. Since then I have cut my insulin requirements for Diabetes from 20 units in the morning to 8 units in the morning and from 10 units in the evening to 5 units and rarely have high blood sugars. I am also on a low glycemic diet which is very important for diabetics. I believe that soon I will be insulin free by continuing this healthy diet along with a good exercise program. Thanks so much.
Hi Brad. What you are sharing is good stuff! I have been sugar free and gluten free now for 4 months. Since then I have cut my insulin requirements for Diabetes from 20 units in the morning to 8 units in the morning and from 10 units in the evening to 5 units and rarely have high blood sugars. I am also on a low glycemic diet which is very important for diabetics. I believe that soon I will be insulin free by continuing this healthy diet along with a good exercise program. Thanks so much.
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Thank you!!! no one believes me when i tell them that.
ezekeil is best is you must eat bread.
What about multi grain or ezekiel bread?
DAMN BREAD!!!
Granola
Bread
i thought it would be either whole wheat bread or “vitamin” water
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Hi Brad! So I assume you approve of the Paleo diet/lifestyle? I’ve been following it (about 85% to be honest), but have definitely cut out a LOT of grains from my diet and have increased my protein and veggie intake as a result. I’m not sure if I’m imagining it, but I feel like I’m not as “cut” as I was 3 months ago when I started…I haven’t lost any weight (nor was that my intention…my calorie intake is the same). I’ve researched it a bit and have read many articles in support of grains and more carbs in the diet for muscle growth. Some of my friends who compete in bodybuilding shows here say that hardly any of them go Paleo. So what gives? I’d love to hear your thoughts. I’m all about being healthy, but I’d rather look strong than skinny. Thanks!
coconut flour
I would like to make my own homemade bread. Can you recommend a type of flour that would be healthy to use?
bread
Hi Brad, interesting stuff. I always knew bread was bad.
But now I wonder what would be good for a carb for Breakfast? No whole wheat pasta, no brown rice, no oats.
Basically just fruit and veg and sweet potatos? Would that give you sufficient carbs if you just have an apple and some eggs for Breakfast? Thanks!!
corn is a grain so yes, it would have a similar effect
I’m wondering if corn flour or corn starch have the same effects as what wheat does on our bodies… hmmm
Thanks for the reply. Great vids
it does but not as fast as white or conventional whole grain bread. in other words, if you need to eat bread, its a better option
I know you made a vid about spouted grains but my question is does that spike up blood sugar as well ???
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pure rice does not contain wheat…sometimes the prepackaged (refined) brands may. just look at the ingredients
Is rice a wheat?
if you must eat bread (sprouted bread is the one). however, i still recommend people get away from grains to get even leaner and healthier
I’ve read that sprouted grain bread is low glycemic, is this also included in things to avoid? I eat and love organic sprouted grain bread and am losing weight consistantly, I’m down to just the last little bit of fat around the lower midsection and the infamous lovehandles and i want it gone.
Yay! 🙂
Wheat
Banana
Damn those GMO’s.
If you’re doing what you said in the last sentence that’s great. I still eat carbs…just from fruits, veggies, and starchy veg like sweet potato/squash
I read the 1 star ratings on amazon abt wheat belly. These reviewers say that this book doesn’t stop at eliminating wheat, but most carbs in general. Is low carb diets like this really sustainable? I’ve had much more success by simply making sure that most of calories from fats and protein (combined) exceed calories from carbs.
bread is my guess
That’s why I don’t believe everything the government says
i briefly spoke about it in a #LLTV Q&A segment. go search my channel or Q&A playlist for that
brad have you done any video’s on intermittent fasting.
no, the majority of rice you buy in the store is wheat/gluten free…its still a starchy carb though so use in moderation
is rice wheat?
good idea…i’ll see if i can actually find any
Brad can you do a video on the “healthy” protien bars that everyone has now. probably too many to review, but what should we look for on the package to buy a better product. Keep up the good work.
Alright, thank you!
I read the wheat belly book and was shocked and had my eyes opened, I’ve completely eliminated wheat and most grains and sugar from my diet and feel amazing 🙂
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why do you say oatmeal is no good for breakfast?…..i thought its a superfood heard from other fitness experts?..im a bit confused….also why do suggest limiting dairy?
Quinoa, millet, etc???? Yea or nay?? Or not sure. Because they are complete proteins and supposed to be good grains/carbs???
umm whole wheat is considered a healthfood by some people (like my mom) but a lot of people are going anti-wheat so that’s my guess
I would have guessed bananas. I don’t eat wheat, so we’re good over here 🙂 thanks though Brad
I would have guessed honey.
Aww. Now I want to stop but I just bought English muffins lol. I guess that’s why I look like a muffin lol. You are what you eat 🙂 thanks for the tip brad.
I eat nuts…so hopefully the “you are what you eat” doesn’t apply to me 😉
that’s correct…go search my channel for the meat and nuts breakfast!
I’m going to try this! I already eat pretty healthy… but does this mean I can’t have oatmeal in the morning???
Bananas would be my guess
Ok, I can do 21 days. However, if I end up having to punch you (on the gut preferably!). You will also have to pay my airfair so I can go do it. Deal?!?!?
Lmao I laughed out loud when you poured the sugar in the bowl. Also when you refer to wheat do you also mean gluten as in seitan?
wheat, and its a fact after i stopped wheat my blood sugar went from 125 for yrs to 81 yeahhhhh
Okay Brad…this sounds crazy but will try this for 21 days.,
I will try this!
Then how to replace those sources of carbohydrates? (In Poland it is almost impossible to get sweet potatoes :/ )
yes it does. I don’t eat grains in my everyday diet.
does this apply to all kinds of grains?
that’s jus nasty!
WHEAT – freaking disgusting… And I was TOTALLY A BREAD-A-HOLIC when I was little too! Thank you WONDER BREAD… with MAYONAISE or KETCHUP! LMFAO!
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also people are telling me its not reasonable to bulk using the ratio 40/40/20 p/f/c? i keep telling them as long as i am in a surplus i should b good gaining lean healthy weight. whats your takeo n that?
why have i only just discovered your channel now? holy shit this is the exzact same life stlye i am living. elimiating all processed stuff and eating the same macro ratio as you and let me tell you i feel os much better nwo bloated more energy and healthier. whats your intake on fruit? like is it okay to eat fruit like bananas berries apples? and when like pre and post workout with meals?
why have i only just discovered your channel now? holy shit this is the exzact same life stlye i am living. elimiating all processed stuff and eating the same macro ratio as you and let me tell you i feel os much better nwo bloated more energy and healthier. whats your intake on fruit? like is it okay to eat fruit like bananas berries apples? and when like pre and post workout with meals?
hey brad, what about grain bread?
My guess is wheat bread
so whole wheat pasta too?!
Wow who knew!!! I love my bread but I will def try this and I will take u up on punching ur gut 😉
What are your thoughts on Sprouted Grain Bread? Also Quinoa?
Thanks!
Sprouted is much better than conventional whole grains. And quinoa is better than conventional pasta and rice. But me, personally, i prefer to stick with veg, fruit, sweet potatoes, and squash.
Love this post! So really true and I’m so glad that everyone seems to becoming more aware about the effects of wheat and grains on our health! I haven’t read Wheat Belly yet but I definitely want to.
It’s interesting to see how many people ask the question, “well what can I eat then…?”…sounds like a cookbook with quick, healthy, easy, affordable, and delicious recipes needs to be developed 😉
Honey!
I went gluten free & I am loving the way I feel! It truly makes a difference 🙂
Fantastic! Keep living lean!
What wheat alternatives do u recommend for people who like baked products and are vegetarians like me? ( brown rice flour, coconut flour, etc)
love the site and ur vid’s. lost 10 lbs in the last 2 months following ur suggestions!
when baking, i replace wheat with nut (almond) or coconut flour… PS excellent job with the 10lbs!
Soooo, we should not eat bread? I got lost…
Mike Dolce has a cookbook, its called The Dolce Diet Living Lean Cookbook, its pretty awesome with great recipes. Including oats etc. You should genuinely look him up. Would buy your cookbook too though! 😉
i eat very little wheat – but i do think this one small simple step can help so many people because it will help them focus on real, whole foods!
whole foods!! bang on Linz!
YES! Whole foods. This I agree on. 😉 I’m personally addicted to crisp, raw vegetables…I used to eat TONS of bread, but I don’t any longer. It’s more about portion control and no over-consuming than it is eliminating specific whole foods from your diet. Our problem isn’t one particular food, it’s about the fast food…convenience…broken food system (processed=cheap, whole=expensive?!?)…lack of education…and all the “secret” diets and quick fixes that are out there. It makes me livid!
Hey, I’ll check him out…it may seem like there’s nothing left to eat, BUT there is so much!! Sounds like a Live Lean cookbook is in order 😉
I used to eat bread like crazy and I’d always get the worst stomach aches. When I stopped eating bread the stomach aches stopped too lol.
I am almost 3 years gluten free. I work w women who have IBS or IBD and I can tell you that they all take my own 21 day challenge, wheat included. Success, less stomach pain and typically weight loss follow!
Love it! Keep up the great work Sarah!
I’ve been a fan of Dr. Davis’s book & have been off wheat for a while now… I never really had a problem with wheat, but it’s kinda scary how it spikes blood sugar so much & can make some people so sick. I had my first little bit of wheat that snuck back in some cereal I had yesterday, but other than that bit, I’ve been wheat-free for several months now. I think in small amounts it wouldn’t be so bad, we just need to really watch our intake. Americans are so heavy on wheat everything, it’s kinda crazy.
i have wheat if i want a treat meal but other than that, it’s completely out of my diet. feel great!
Brad – possibly dumb question, but I think I have eliminated wheat from my diet… I only eat Ezikeal bread (on your advice), and my complex carbs are mostly things like rolled and steel cut oats.
What about buckwheat? Is that a wheat? What are the hidden sources that might not be obvious?
Hate to say it David but buckwheat and oats (inc steel cut) contain wheat. Some forms of oats are marketed as “wheat-free” though.
Does that include Wasa crackers?
I know a lot of folks are against wheat and really into paleo, etc. I definitely tried to the Whole 30 cleanse last summer. But it did not mesh with my Marathon Training. Carbs are my friend. And without them I got really sick. That was just my experience though, and I know that this lifestyle works for a lot of people – YOU included obviously!!
yeah “to each their own”…everyone’s body reacts differently…test…take notice…and re-act to what works.
I’m with you Krysten. I tried the no wheat thing, and I ended up getting weak, irritable, unfocused…and with runners? Carbohydrates ARE key. What bothers me most about this book is the emphasis on losing “up to 50 pounds in the first few months”…there we go pushing the quick fix again. All these “secrets” to healthy living…Sigh. I have wanted to read this book, though…to see how much of it is actually backed up with large, double-blind studies.
Oh I still consume carbs (fruit, veg, sweet potato, squash) but just not from grain based products. Find what works for you and Live it 🙂
Paleo is the way to go!!!
what about quinoa?
shalom!
how do you do?
Is regular potatoes good too?
Is Quinoa and barley included in that? My precious bread and oatmeal 🙁
Ok I just paused – I have 2 guess either Agave Syrup or Regular Yogurt
Hey Brad, is it agave nectar
Brad you should look up Mike Dolce of theDolceDiet. guy walks around shredded and doesn’t avoid grains etc. he is the biggest name in weight cutting for professional athletes in all different sorts, the UFC in particular. I think your great but its getting to a point where i almost think, what the f**k can people eat? kind regards and always a fan!
wait so you want us to kick out all bread out of our diet weather it be white, whole wheat, or whole grain?? Right??
I knew about this but every single day I fall back to eating bread or pasta 🙁 I KNOW I will see way much more progress and definition if I cut out that one plate out of my day…thanks brad for the reminder..will give it a try, seriously this time! 🙂
trust me, i was addicted to oats as can be seen by my older videos. now that i gave them up, i have more energy and my appetite is much more balanced (no hunger cravings for more)
lots of butter
it’s a better alternative and a good first step…but I’d like to see you eventually go all the way!
i don’t consume brown rice…still a grain. replace it with sweet potatoes..way more tasty too!
fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds, sweet potato, squash, meat, poultry, fish, eggs…so much you can do with these foods
corn is a grain. i’d say pass.
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it may sound strange, but it’s really good and crispy…buy the crunchy lettuce wraps!
yes, oats contain wheat. I know in the past, I’ve talked about oats being a big part of my diet, but since I tested this wheat-free approach (for over 6 months now) I have noticed a big change in energy, appetite, and leanness.
Ah yeah…gigidy
if you don’t have celiac disease (a major intolerance to gluten) feel free to consume wheat for your occasional treat meals. I do.
Excellent! Love to here more medical professionals promoting these “unconventional” methods.
LOL – this “act” would help burn calories!
Hey Terri, go check out some of my newer cooking vids on my “Brad’s Cookbook” playlist. i have over 40 cooking videos there.
water!
My guess is potatoes or white bread
what do you suggest I eat instead of bread
masturbation
Please give us a list exactly what to avoid
orange juice
My doctor actually just put me on a no dairy, no wheat diet so already trying to cut it out!
Whole wheat bread
Yo, can you go about 80% gluten free? I recently started a gluten free diet and ive only had 2 slipp ups. i have one cheat meal or day per week. Through those cheat meals though is it necessary to say gluten free?
Orange Juice!
Hey Hey guys! I’m safely in New York City and thankfully made it all the way across the country Wheat-Free!! hehe.
Whole grain bread
hey brad…. how about brown rice ?
hey brad, what can we substitute for wheat? i know you get your carbs from fruits/vegies is that the easiest way? what about pasta, rice? still acceptable?
thanks for the video!
Ok Brad, today coffee with no sugar.
i too would love to know this to.
Bread
whats your opinion on corn bread
I haven’t eaten wheat for almost 3 months and I feel so good without it. I didn’t think I could do it, but I just told myself that I’d try eliminating it for one month and see if I could tell a difference; I definitely noticed a difference in how I felt and how my body looked so I am not going back to it!
no wheat for 21 days.. :O don’t do that to us brad… :/
bread makes you fat. eat bacon grease instead.
What do you suggest to eat in place of this for those of us who normally eat whole wheat sandwich bread?
i think hes just talking about wheat, oatmeal is a grain but it doesnt contain wheat