Has anyone heard of "The Serotonin Diet"

[Brian A.]

One of my clients has told me that he has been reading a book on something called the "Serotonin Diet" or "Serotonin Power Diet". I've never heard of it and he hasn't gotten through enough of the book to tell me what the basic break down of the diet is. Does anyone know anything about it (macronutrient break down, meal planning, etc.)? I'm not sure whether to steer him away from it or not.

[CharDar]

It sounds like a "diet" much like anything else that is advertised and not intended for long term use.

The diet is based on curbing emotional cravings and dropping weight by what seems eating low calorie, high carb snacks and meals.

Serotonin Power Diet: A weight-loss plan that allows carbs and curbs emotional eating

There's a good link that briefly describes what it is or might be.

If you want more info, just google "Serotonin Power Diet" and you'll get everything you want.

Also, to me, it doesn't seem like the optimal diet and would most definitely be something I would steer anyone away from. I'm sure he's best bet is just sound nutritional planning with good macro nutrient ratio's.

[Brian A.]

I tried googling it but just got more general info. Has anyone actually tried using this diet?