16 Questions
What is a characteristic of fad diets?
They promise rapid results
How do fad diets limit food selections?
By dictating specific rituals, such as eating only certain food every day
What is a common theme among fad diets in terms of testimonials?
They use testimonials from famous people
What is the potential downside of food faddism?
Encourages the idea that individuals can diagnose and treat themselves
Which type of diets often promote a single type of food that can lead to nutrient deficiencies?
Fad diets
What is a common feature of fad diets with regard to expensive supplements?
They recommend expensive supplements
What is the main characteristic of a Very low-calorie diet (VLCD)?
Restricts energy intake to less than 800 kcal/day
Which diet involves daily consumption of specially made shakes, soups, porridges, and snack bars?
Cambridge Diet
What adverse effect is associated with the formation of gallstones in individuals following VLCD plans?
Inadequacy of micronutrients
Which diet plan emphasizes low fat and high fiber intake, limiting fat to less than 10% of total energy intake?
Very low-fat diet
What type of diet restricts carbohydrate intake and is also known as a ketogenic diet?
Very Low carbohydrate diet
Which diet plan specifically includes consumption of grapefruit before each meal along with lean protein and vegetables?
Grapefruit Diet
What is the main concern associated with some very low-fat diet plans?
Nutrient deficiencies such as fat-soluble vitamins
Which diet plan focuses on high protein intake and is associated with the Atkins Diet?
Atkins Diet
What potential adverse effect is associated with the restriction of energy intake in Very low-calorie diet (VLCD) plans?
Tiredness
Which diet plan does not allow the consumption of seafood, low-fat dairy, and poultry due to its restriction on fat intake?
Pritikin Diet
Explore the concept of faddism and supplementation in nutrition, focusing on popular trends and fad diets that lack sufficient evidence. Learn about the exaggerated or eliminated food groups in routine diets, and their potential impact on health. Understand the risks associated with very-low-calorie diets and single-food-type diets.
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