A resident of Nashville, United States (US), recently embarked on a unique and somewhat surprising dietary experiment, consuming three meals from McDonald’s each day for a period of 100 days and losing 26kg along the way, according to The Guardian.
In an attempt to manage his calorie intake, the man chose to consume only half of the food he ordered, leading to an astonishing weight loss of 26kg.
Additionally, the individual reported an improvement in his blood work after adhering to this unconventional diet. However, medical professionals who were consulted on the matter advised the public to prioritize the consumption of fruits, vegetables, and unprocessed foods as part of a balanced diet.
The man, identified as Kevin Maginnis, aged 57, decided to follow this diet regimen in order to shed excess weight. Throughout the 100-day duration, Maginnis reduced his calorie intake by consuming only half of each McDonald’s meal he ordered, thus preventing diet fatigue.
According to local news station WSMV, Maginnis consumed a variety of items from the McDonald’s menu, including Big Macs, Quarter Pounders, french fries, apple fritters, and others. He chronicled his journey on TikTok, where he shared his remarkable achievement of reducing his weight from 108kg to 81kg.
Maginnis also disclosed that his blood work had improved significantly, with his triglyceride and cholesterol levels decreasing by 205 and 65 points, respectively. He informed NBC Today that he had previously been pre-diabetic but had now reached a healthy range.
Despite Maginnis’ personal success, medical professionals caution against adopting this diet. Maginnis supplemented his meals with the exclusion of snacks and the consumption of only water between meals. When questioned about the sustainability of such a diet, he explained that he could maintain his weight loss by continuing to consume smaller portions.
Maginnis emphasized that while there might be better options for brain health in terms of micronutrients and macronutrients, reducing meal sizes is effective in combating obesity. His wife also joined him in this diet halfway through the experiment and achieved a weight loss of up to 8kg in 65 days.
Although Maginnis does not plan to abandon his McDonald’s meals entirely, he has begun to explore other culinary options, such as filet mignon. However, doctors stress that this particular diet may not be suitable for everyone and advise the public to focus on a well-rounded diet comprising fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and unprocessed foods.
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