Fad diet
Fad diet
A fad diet is a diet that promises quick weight loss through what is usually an unhealthy and unbalanced diet. Fad diets are targeted at people who want to lose weight quickly without exercise. Some fad diets claim to be revolutionary and forward-thinking, others rely on historical data or nature to prove their efficacy.
Pronunciation
- /fæd daɪət/
Etymology
The term "fad diet" originates from the word "fad", which means a temporary fashion or application, and "diet", which refers to the sum of food consumed by a person or other organism.
Description
Fad diets often promise rapid weight loss or other health advantages, such as longer life. They are often promoted as requiring little effort and producing a "quick fix". In many cases, the diet is characterized by highly restrictive or unusual food choices. Celebrity endorsements are frequently used to promote fad diets, which may generate significant revenue for the creators of the diet through the sale of associated products.
While fad diets can provide short-term weight loss, they are generally not healthy in the long term, and the weight is often regained quickly when normal eating resumes.
Types of Fad Diets
There are many different types of fad diets. Some of the most popular include the Atkins diet, the Paleo diet, the Vegan diet, the Detox diet, and the Ketogenic diet.
Criticism
Critics argue that fad diets often lack key nutrients, can be unhealthy, and tend to fail in the long term because they are difficult to adhere to. Some fad diets can be dangerous, such as the Tapeworm diet, where individuals ingest tapeworms in an attempt to lose weight.
See also
References
External links
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fad diet
- Wikipedia's article - Fad diet
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