The GOLO diet, or Go Lose Weight diet, is a branded diet that has been around since 2009 and is rooted in the philosophy that people who struggle to lose weight do so because of an imbalance in their hormones, particularly insulin.

Several company-funded and -conducted studies have shown that the GOLO Diet may aid weight loss. Yet, it's unclear whether the program specifically causes this, or weight loss is the result of merely reducing food intake and increasing exercise.

Foods to Eat on the GOLO Diet

• Animal protein: beef, chicken, pork, eggs, milk, cheese and yogurt.
• Seafood: fresh or frozen.
• Healthy fats: coconut oil, olive oil, chia seeds, hemp seeds and flax seeds.
• Whole grains: brown rice and quinoa.
• Legumes: pinto, black and garbanzo beans.

Fruits and vegetables (frozen and fresh), carbohydrates (rice, pasta, bread, potatoes, beans), meat (chicken, beef), coconut oil, and full-fat dairy are just some examples of foods you'll eat when following the Golo diet.

“GOLO encourages the consumption of fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs and grains,” says Laing. It doesn't restrict any specific food groups, although it does encourage you to choose real, whole foods and balanced meals over highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates, added sugars or fast food.

Many people assume that bread is off limits when trying to lose weight but with GOLO, that is simply not the case. As long as you choose the right kind and eat it in the correct serving size along with a complete, balanced meal, bread can be part of your life even while losing weight!

Your GOLO for Life Plan emphasizes getting back to basics with food. That means balanced meals of protein, carbohydrates, healthy fats, and of course, plenty of fruits and vegetables.

Foods to Eat on the GOLO Diet Animal protein: beef, chicken, pork, eggs, milk, cheese and yogurt. Seafood: fresh or frozen. Healthy fats: coconut oil, olive oil, chia seeds, hemp seeds and flax seeds.

A pizza place is another option that should have a few salad options. When you order your pizza, stick to one slice and ensure it has plenty of vegetables. Avoid toppings like ham, bacon, and sausage, and opt for a whole wheat or even cauliflower crust when possible.

Below is what a sample day of eating following the GOLO diet looks like: Breakfast: two eggs (two proteins), a piece of whole grain toast with butter (one carb and one fat) and a fruit (another carb)

Fruits and vegetables (frozen and fresh), carbohydrates (rice, pasta, bread, potatoes, beans), meat (chicken, beef), coconut oil, and full-fat dairy are just some examples of foods you'll eat when following the Golo diet.

Foods to Eat on the GOLO Diet Healthy fats: coconut oil, olive oil, chia seeds, hemp seeds and flax seeds. Whole grains: brown rice and quinoa. Legumes: pinto, black and garbanzo beans. Other vegetables: potatoes, sweet potatoes and winter squash.