Definition of Fad Diet

[stephaniefuller]

Fad Diets have become quite a rage particularly among women these days.It seems as though there's a new one to choose from almost every week .Although they might contain some elements of truth they are overall a good marketing gimmick.

There are many different variants of such diets.Some involve being on an only fruit diet for the first three days followed by only vegetables,meat or grains the other days.While it is a known fact that fruits are good for ones health, eating only fruits leads to an imbalance as the body is not getting the required amounts of carbs,vitamins,fiber and other components that other food groups can provide.

Similarly the much advocated 'Atkins Diet' stresses on 'Less carbs and more protein'.While protein is essential to proper nutrition , carbohydrates are also equally important to stay healthy.Therefore, placing too much emphasis on one food group while ignoring the other may lead to rapid weight loss but this is short lived and comes at a high cost.

Here is a link that might be useful: Definition of Fad Diet

[Aoife]

Of COURSE it's popular. It's a FAD.

But thanks! I was thinking about that dirt and cat litter diet, but now I'll reconsider.
hmm…