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The Blood Type diet is based on the idea that the sugar-binding proteins, known as lectins, react differently with each blood type, thereby making it essential for people with different blood types to have different diets.

Where Did It Originate?

The Blood Type diet was advocated and outlined by Peter A'damo in his book �Eat Right 4 Your Type�, where he first suggested that a person's ABO blood type was the key consideration in determining the right type of diet. In addition, his books �Live Right 4 Your Type� and �The Eat Right 4 Your Type Complete Blood Type Encyclopedia� contain information and details concerning the Blood Type diet.


How Does It Work/Details

Each different blood type represents a different classification, each having their own unique dietary recommendations.

Blood group O � People in this blood group should eat a eat-rich diet.

Blood group A � People in this blood group should have a diet emphasising vegetables, while being free of red meat.

Blood group B � People in this blood group are said to be the only one of the blood groups that are able to thrive on the intake of dairy products.

Blood group AB � People in this blood group should have a mixture of the blood groups A and B's diets.

Benefits

The benefits of the Blood Type diet are questionable, as there is no scientific evidence to support A'damo's claims. One benefit of the diet, if it could be called a benefit, is that there is also no evidence that the diet has a negative influence on one's health or weight.

Caveats

The Blood Type diet is greatly criticized by many. The majority of the criticisms concerning the diet are based on A'damo's citations in his book. Critics point out that none of A'damo's citations directly support his claims, as well as his own lack of providing clinical trials in order demonstrate the effectiveness of his diet. Overall, the Blood Type diet is, at least for now, up in the air in regards to its usefulness.

Should I Try It?

The Blood Type diet is not a long term solution to weight loss. While being more mindful of your caloric intake and mix of nutrition is certainly a start, the Blood Type diet is unproven and un-researched. Real weight loss will come from reaching out for the support and undertaking the self-education that will lead to a long term loss, which is best brought about by a balanced, moderate-calorie diet, coupled with increased exercise. You should seek appropriate support from experts such as nutritionists and personal trainers.

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