HEALTHY EATING
ARE FAD DIETS ACTUALLY GOOD FOR YOU? T
he opinions surrounding fad diets are varied. Many people do not prefer specialized meal plans due to their restrictive nature and lack of scientific evidence that proves they bring guaranteed results. Such folks tend to fulfill their dietary needs with all-inclusive meals and fasting. However, a considerable number of people fulfill their wellness goals with specified diets. They are a few different fad diets you could try for various objectives. Whether you’re looking to fulfill your weight loss goals for a shredded summer body or maintain a healthy lifestyle by focusing on nutritional foods, there’s a perfect diet for every goal! Let’s take a closer look at some of the various diet plans you could try!
The Keto Diet Ketogenic meal plans have risen in popularity over the years. The Keto diet was originally used to treat patients with epilepsy, but nowadays, it’s used to shed weight. What makes this type of diet plan different from other fad diets is that it’s high in fat and low in carbohydrates. However, there are certain pros and cons to note as well.
Pros: • A decrease in carbohydrates will lead to a decrease in water weight • It will help with blood sugar regulation due to a reduction in simple carbohydrates
Cons: • Since carbs are the body’s primary energy source, it may cause fatigue, brain fog, irritability, or constipation
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• There is no specific diet for healthy and unhealthy fat.
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July/August 2022
