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The Truth About Fad Diets

Barpath Fitness Season 1 Episode 181

Today on the podcast, we reveal the truth about fad diets. For the most part, fad diets are very restrictive with a lot of promotion around promises of rapid weight loss and other health “benefits” with no scientific backing. These diets focus on some food groups while restricting others, which is not sustainable in the long term. In this episode, we share our opinions on the most popular fad diets and tie in some important research. The truth is, by eating well overall and focusing on movement and strength training, you can achieve a healthy body composition without resorting to drastic measures. 

In this episode, we discuss:

  • What Are Fad Diets?
  • The Keto Diet 
  • The Paleo Diet 
  • The Atkins Diet 
  • The South Beach Diet 
  • Intermittent Fasting 
  • The Whole30 Diet 
  • Side Effects Of Fad Diets 
  • The Truth About Fad Diets 


Resources: 

Episode 59, Fasting is NOT magical for fat loss

Episode 172, Undereating

Episode 170, Macro Tracking 101

Episode 132, All About Protein and… Should I Eat Meat? 


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