1. FAD DIETS DO YOU NEED ONE? Larissa Dunn Student Dietitian - a temporary fashion, notion, manner of conduct, etc., especially one followed enthusiastically by a group.

2. Atkins/Low Carb South Beach Diet Famous Sponsors – Nutrisystem Glycemic Index Hollywood Diet Paleo Diet Gluten Free Diet Quick weight loss – 30 day diet, 7 day diet Cabbage Soup Diet Detox Diets FAD DIETS

3. Eliminating food groups means eliminating nutrients. Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of energy.

4. .8 – 1.0 grams protein/kg of target body weight depending on age. PROTEIN NEEDS Example: 170 lb. person = 77 kg body weight 62-77 g protein = 7- 11 oz of meat 3 oz

5. RAPID WEIGHT LOSS You are losing… Muscle Bone Water You will be more likely to gain the weight back. Goal should be to lose between ½ to 1 pound per week.

6. RIGID MENUS Gets boring Overwhelming Takes the enjoyment out of eating Can you eat that way for the rest of your life? “Always eating the same thing”

7. Incorporate one of your favorite foods at each meal. Make your own menu at the beginning of the week. Find a new recipe or fun food and make a meal around it. YOUR MENUS

8. THERE IS NO MAGIC PILL OR FOOD Not meant for long term weight loss Used for short terms – quick start All nutrients are needed

9. COMBINING SPECIFIC FOODS No evidence shows combining certain foods will help with weight loss. Evidence shows that the glycemic index is ineffective for individuals trying to lose weight.

10. Goal: To combine all the food groups to make a healthy plate with all the nutrients.

11. Where is the exercise? Most Fad Diets do not include exercise in their weight loss plan. Physical activity is an important component in both weight loss and weight maintenance. Recommended 30 minutes per day.

12. FAD DIET Make up your own