Fad Diets A fad diet is a weight loss plan or aid that promises dramatic results. These diets do not necessarily offer long-term success, and may present their health claim in an “unhealthy” way. It is often difficult for people to consistently follow a fad diet plan due to their rigidity. Some common diet types, and examples of each, are: How can I recognize a fad diet? • Controlled Carbohydrates: Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution, If a diet plan sounds too good to be true, The Carbohydrate Addict’s Diet, it probably is! As a general rule, steer clear ...
POPULAR DIETS Part Two: High Carbohydrate Diets A lot of publicity has been given to a wide variety of diets lately. Some of these advocate high protein intake, some stress carbohydrate, others make no reference to carbohydrate or protein. What are these diets supposed to achieve, and what, if any, is the scientific evidence supporting them? This answer is brought to you by many of the Australian nutrition professionals who regularly contribute to a nutrition email discussion group. "The diets reviewed here are 'Eat More Weigh Less' (Dr Dean Ornish), 'The McDougall Program for Maximum Weight ...
APPROVED OIL AND SWEETENER LISTS APPROVED OIL LIST Avocado Oil Coconut Oil Extra Virgin Olive Oil Grapeseed Oil Sunflower Oil These oils still need to be used sparingly. Vegetables baked, steamed and cooked without oil are healthier than vegetables fried with oil. But fried vegetables are still better than no vegetables. Too much oil in the diet whether from plant or animal source can lead to many health problems including heart disease, high blood pressure, etc. This goes back to the concept we talked about last night. Our bodies are nearly 70% water. Oil and water don't mix. Oil ...