Review of Fad Diets and Healthy Living Guidelines

These flashcards cover the essential vocabulary and concepts related to fad diets, their characteristics, and healthy living guidelines.

Fad Diet

A weight loss plan that promises dramatic results but often lacks scientific support.

Mediterranean Diet

A diet based on the traditional foods of Mediterranean countries, emphasizing fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats.

Ketogenic Diet

A high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet that forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates for energy.

Paleo Diet

A diet that mimics the food groups of pre-agricultural, hunter-gatherer ancestors, emphasizing whole, unrefined foods.

Detox Diet

A diet involving fasting or severe calorie restriction followed by a strict diet of fruit juice or raw fruits and vegetables.

Weight Loss Red Flags

Signs indicating a fad diet, such as unrealistic claims or suggesting rapid weight loss without exercise.

Sustainable Diet

A balanced diet that promotes long-term health and results without unnecessary restrictions.

Caloric Restriction

A reduction in calorie intake to promote weight loss by expending more energy than consumed.

Healthy Living Guidelines

Recommendations for a balanced approach to diet and lifestyle that promotes overall health.

Nutrient Density

The ratio of nutrients to calories in a food, indicating how nutritious it is relative to its caloric content.

The Vicious Diet Cycle

The pattern of repeated dieting, losing muscle mass, regaining fat, and experiencing decreased metabolic rate.