Crash diets
Crash diets
Crash diets (/kræʃ daɪəts/), also known as fad diets or quick weight loss diets, are short-term, intense dietary regimens designed to achieve rapid weight loss.
Etymology
The term "crash diet" originates from the English words "crash" meaning a sudden and violent collision, and "diet" from the Greek word "diaita," which means a way of life. It implies a sudden and drastic change in one's eating habits.
Definition
A crash diet is a method to lose weight really fast in a short period of time, by reducing the daily calorie intake to as low as 700 calories a day. This obviously is uncomfortable, but it offers the opportunity to lose 5 to 20 pounds within a few days.
Types of Crash Diets
There are several types of crash diets, some of the most popular include:
- Cabbage Soup Diet - This diet involves consuming cabbage soup for a week, with certain fruits and vegetables.
- Grapefruit Diet - This diet involves eating half a grapefruit before every meal, with a few other food restrictions.
- Master Cleanse - Also known as the Lemonade Diet, this diet involves consuming only a mixture of lemon juice, water, cayenne pepper, and maple syrup for 10 days.
Risks and Criticisms
Crash diets are often criticized by health professionals for their lack of nutrition, potential for health risks, and their unsustainability. They can lead to muscle loss, nutritional deficiencies, and can harm the heart, liver, and kidneys. They are also associated with a higher risk of yo-yo dieting, where weight is repeatedly lost and regained.
Related Terms
- Yo-yo dieting - A pattern of losing weight, regaining it and then dieting again.
- Starvation diet - A diet involving severe restriction of food intake.
- Liquid diet - A diet where only liquids are consumed.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Crash diets
- Wikipedia's article - Crash diets
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