What’s the blood type diet?

Gluten-free, paleo, raw — there seem to be so many different types of specialized diets these days, it’s hard to keep up. And, for good reason. Nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all kind of science. While a vegan diet might be super healthy for one person, another person may find themselves weak and lethargic, without meat and diary.

There’s a new diet on the rise that nods its head at the idea that diets ought to be specific to the individual, and that’s the Blood Type Diet.

This way of eating gains its momentum under the idea that people with certain blood types are prone to certain types of diseases.

For instance, if you’re a type A, you should actually stay away from red meat, as there’s a correlation between type a blood and heart disease.

Let’s take a look at what’s okay and not okay to chow down on (and how to exercise), depending on the type of blood running through your veins.

As we’ve said, Type A does best with a veggie-based diet. Although this tends to be good for all blood types, type As ought to eat there foods in as natural a state as possible — fresh and organic.

As far as exercise goes, Type A thrives on “calming” exercise – yoga, thai chi, meditation, etc. heavy exercise makes cortisol levels rise to extreme levels in type As, which adds stress, and ends up being worse for their health, in the long-run.

Bs are best when they consume corn, wheat, lentils, tomatoes, and peanuts. All of these foods are said to improve your body’s metabolic processing. One thing Bs might miss though is chicken. Instead, as far as meat goes, Type B should consume other lean dark meats like lamb and venison.

When it comes to exercise, Bs do well when then engage in physical activities that challenge the mind as well as the body — things like tennis, golf, and martial arts.

Seafood is where its at with Type AB. The more seafood the better. Also, AB should avoid combining certain foods, for instance, don’t put starches and proteins together in the same meal.

Change things up when it comes to your work out, too. One day do some heavy cardio, while the next, try some tai chi or even gardening.

Type O have an easy time metabolizing proteins and fats, so red meat and avocados are definitely not the worst thing for you (in moderation, of course)!

On the bodily movement end of things, Type O benefits tremendously from heavy-exertion workouts both in the cardio-vascular and skeletal-muscular systems. Don’t be afraid to push yourself.

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