Kimkins
Kimkins
Kimkins (/kɪm.kɪnz/) is a controversial low-carbohydrate, low-calorie diet that was created by Heidi Diaz under the pseudonym "Kimmer" in 2007. The diet has been criticized for its extreme approach to weight loss and potential health risks.
Etymology
The term "Kimkins" is a portmanteau of the creator's pseudonym, "Kimmer", and the word "kins", which is an English suffix denoting family or kinship.
Description
The Kimkins diet is a low-carbohydrate, low-calorie diet that emphasizes rapid weight loss. It is similar to the Atkins diet, but with even fewer carbohydrates and calories. The diet encourages the consumption of lean proteins and vegetables, while discouraging the intake of fats and carbohydrates.
Criticism
The Kimkins diet has been criticized by health professionals and dietitians for its extreme approach to weight loss. Critics argue that the diet is nutritionally unbalanced and could lead to serious health problems, such as malnutrition, heart disease, and osteoporosis.
Legal Issues
In 2007, a group of former Kimkins subscribers filed a class-action lawsuit against Heidi Diaz, alleging that the diet was dangerous and that Diaz had made false claims about her own weight loss. The lawsuit was settled in 2010, with Diaz ordered to pay $1.6 million in damages.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kimkins
- Wikipedia's article - Kimkins
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