Tongue Patch Diet
Tongue Patch Diet
The Tongue Patch Diet (pronunciation: /ˈtʌŋ pætʃ daɪət/) is a controversial weight loss method that involves sewing a patch onto the tongue to make eating painful, thus discouraging the consumption of solid food.
Etymology
The term "Tongue Patch Diet" is derived from the English words "tongue" (the muscular organ in the mouth), "patch" (a small piece of material affixed to another, larger piece to conceal, reinforce, or repair a worn area, hole, or tear), and "diet" (the kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats). The diet is named after the method used to promote weight loss.
Procedure
The Tongue Patch Diet procedure involves the surgical application of a patch to the upper surface of the tongue. This patch is typically made of a rough, plastic-like material. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes approximately 10 minutes. The patch makes the consumption of solid food painful, thus forcing the individual to adhere to a liquid diet.
Criticism
The Tongue Patch Diet has been widely criticized by medical professionals and dietitians. Critics argue that the diet promotes unhealthy and potentially dangerous eating habits. They also point out that the diet does not address the underlying causes of overeating and does not promote a healthy relationship with food.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tongue Patch Diet
- Wikipedia's article - Tongue Patch Diet
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