EATING FADS

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EATING FADS

• By Richard Fielder
• Source Eating well, Living well When you
  cant diet anymore. A guide to help you reach
  your personal health goal. Glenn A.
  Gaesser,Ph.D, Karin Katina, M.A. , R.D.

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Introduction

• The following presentation will focus on some
  popular dieting fads. I will give a brief
  description of each fad and discuss what is
  missing, negative health implications, validity,
  and dietary implications.

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Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution

• The basic idea behind Dr. Atkins diet is to
  eliminate carbohydrates from the diet. By doing
  this the body will be forced to burn up stored
  fat for energy.
• Missing nutrient include
• Carbohydrates, Calcium, Magnesium, potassium,
  iron, Vit. C and E, Thiamin.

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Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution

• Negative Health Implications.
• Increased risk of cardiovascular disease, high
  cholesterol, liver and kidney damage, some
  cancers and osteoporosis.
• Validity
• None, there is no scientific evidence that this
  diet works or is safe.
• This diet recommends only 15 carbs, 30protein
  and 55 Fat.

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Dr. Bobs Revolutionary Weight Control Program.

• Premise
• Foods are Drugs! Some foods will make you feel
  terrible and gain weight while others will make
  you feel great and lose weight.
• Missing Nutrients
• Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Minerals.

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Dr. Bobs Revolutionary Weight Control Program.

• Negative Health Implications.
• Health problems associated with nutrient
  deficiencies and lack of carbohydrates.
• Validity
• There have been no scientifically validated
  studies conducted on this eating plan.
  Validation of the book comes from friends and
  relatives.

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Food Guide Pyramid

• Premise
• The food guide pyramid contains recommendations
  for all food groups, which include grains, fruits
  and vegetables, meat, and dairy. No calorie
  counting and you will get all the nutrients you
  need.
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Food Guide Pyramid

• Missing Nutrients
• None
• Negative Health Implications
• None

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Food Guide Pyramid

• Validity
• Scientific studies have proven that the most
  effective weight-loss program balances a
  healthful eating plan with regular physical
  activity

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Food Guide Pyramid

• Dietary Recommendations.
• 50-60 Carbs, 10-15 Protein, No more than 30
  Fat(less that 10 from saturated fat).

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Conclusion

• Most dieting fads are unhealthy. It is important
  for the consumer to educate themselves about what
  is good for their bodies. The best way to lose
  weight and stay healthy is by following the food
  guide pyramid and getting regular exercise.