Eat Foods According To Your Blood Group

Tuesday, June 30, 2015, 14:12 [IST]

A book named "Eat right for you blood type" was written by Dr.Peter J. D'Adamo. He took 10 good years of his life to write the book. In this book Dr. Adamo has written that everyone should follow a diet according to their blood group as the digestive systems ability to digest foods may vary among different blood groups.

According to doctor Adamo each blood type represents genetic traits of our ancestors, and the diet they they used to thrive on.The Blood Type Diet has been popular for almost two decades now. This particular diet suggests foods that is best for you depending on your blood type.

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Every person has a unique and different set of genes that are responsible for their good or bad health conditions. In the same way, your blood group is also responsible for your health. Therefore, we should eat in a manner corresponding to our genetic makeup and blood type.

Some doctors, such as doctor Adamo believe that some foods are good for your blood type while other's are bad. If you eat the wrong foods that don't suit your blood type, you may face health issues such as bloating, gases, indigestion, slow metabolism and even cancer.

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However, it is also impossible to quit our favorite foods just on the basis of our blood type. However, you can restrict them from your diet and have them only occasionally. Many people say that they have been benefited much by blood group diet.

Take a look at the list of foods for your blood type.

Type O: Safe To Eat

This blood group type is called the hunter. A study shows that this is the oldest form of blood type and can be traced back more than 30,000 years. People with this blood group should eat more protein in the form of meat, chicken, seafood and vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli.

Type O: Foods To Avoid

People with o blood group should avoid wheat and grains in their diet. They should also stay away from legumes like peas, beans, peanuts and lentils. They may face digestive issues with dairy and egg products.

Type A: Safe To Eat

They are denoted as agrarian (based on agriculture). They require agrarian diet to stay lean and productive. Vegetarian diet is well suited for them. People with type A blood have a sensitive digestive system. They have the tendency to alleviate stress quickly by mild exercise and calming actions. They can eat apples, berries, figs, avocados, bread and pasta. They can look for more plant protein sources like nuts and soy rather than meat.

Type A: Foods To Avoid

Since they have limited digestive enzymes therefore, they should limit the consumption of chicken, fish, beef, and pork. They should also avoid dairy products and kidney beans.

Type B: Foods To Eat

They are called as 'nomadic' and have a versatile digestive system. They have a tolerant digestive system and can easily have meat and dairy products. They respond best to stress with their creativity. They can have red meat,fish, green vegetables and grains.

Type B: Foods To Avoid

They should avoid chicken, corn, buckwheat, lentils and seeds of any sort should be avoided.

Type Ab: Foods To Eat

This blood group is designated as 'modern' or 'enigma'. This blood group is only about a thousand years old. People with this blood group have a sensitive digestive tract. They should eat beans, turkey, legumes, seafood, tofu and dairy products. Among fruits, they can have apples ,watermelon, figs and bananas.