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October 17, 2010 (Pen Men at Work): 21 pounds in 21 days would seem like a dream (or a goal to scoff at) for those trying everything under the sun to trim off and keep off those stubborn pounds that just refuse to budge no matter what. However, Steve Harvey, the popular comedian, actor, and host, has announced on his radio show that he will be partaking in the Martha’s Vineyard Diet Detox plan of losing 21 pounds in 21 days exactly.

The basic tenet of the three-week program is that one is not allowed to chew or eat anything solid for the entire time they are on the diet. All they are allowed to have are fruit and vegetable juices every two to three hours.

Basically, this is a complete liquid diet which is yet to be proven effective and has its share of skeptics. Many dieticians and nutritionists oppose this type of plan, saying that it defeats the purpose of losing weight as one is sure to gain the weight back almost as soon as they are off the diet since they are slowing down their metabolism completely. The other major downside to this plan is the lack of protein and other necessary nutrients essential for the body. Since the diet is completely liquid, how would the body get its required amount of fiber, among other things.

Harvey, however, seems to be undeterred by the nay sayers and will be starting the diet soon. A special section has been added to the official site of the diet where fans can monitor Harvey’s progress. In addition to this, a facebook page has been created, where people following the program can post their experiences and progress on the plan.