Ann Osbourne claims she drank nothing but orange juice for 40 days.
Ann Osborne, an Australian woman living in Queensland, recently gained attention for trying a 40-day diet that consisted only of orange juice. Mrs. Osborne performed the ritual during Lent, a Christian time of reflection and preparation for Easter.
In a video posted online, Osborne described the experience as “amazing,” saying he experienced emotional, physical and spiritual benefits. He also stated that this “mono-diet” was consistent with her long-term fruit-only diet, comparing it to a modified car. Ms. Osborne said the experience helped her appreciate a variety of fruits.
While orange juice offers some benefits, such as vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants, health experts generally recommend such a restrictive diet.
Despite Ms Osborne’s positive experience, experts warn that a fruit-only diet lacks essential nutrients for long-term health. Their concerns highlight the potential dangers associated with monodiets.
News Corp Australia According to The Cleveland Clinic, fruits are rich in natural sugars, vitamins, and antioxidants, making moderate fruit consumption beneficial for health.
But eating too much fruit or following a fruit diet is not recommended because it can lead to weight gain, diabetes and nutritional deficiencies such as low levels of vitamin B12, vitamin D, calcium and omega-3 fatty acids.
Deficiency of these nutrients can lead to fatigue, immune system disorders and anemia.
Other dietary concerns include tooth decay, food cravings, and starvation mode, which means the metabolism slows down to conserve energy.
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