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Fad Dieting
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What is a fad diet?
A diet designed to help you lose weight that enjoys temporary popularity
Definition from www.thefreedictionary.com
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What is wrong with fad diets?
They are largely ineffective
Weight is gained back after diet is discontinued (many people gain more than they lost)
A waste of time and money They are potentially harmful
Main function of weight loss for many fad diets is water loss, this can cause issues like dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, etc.
If one stays on a fad diet long term they can develop nutrient deficiencies which can lead to health issues.
Can cause health problems or discomfort
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Why don't they work?
Many fad diets promote “superfoods” that increase weight loss- there are none
Most don't encourage exercise- you need exercise to aid in weight loss
Much of the time the weight you lose is water loss, so you gain it back as soon as you go off the diet
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How to lose weight effectively
The bottom line: A proper, balanced diet and exercise.
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Sources http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/health/hea03.shtm
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/NutritionCenter/Quick-Weight-Loss-or-Fad-Diets_UCM_305970_Article.jsp
www.thefreedictionary.com
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