Seven pages of Different Diets with each of their
strengths and weaknesses
fd_diets.pdf
Five pages of tips for
weight loss and weight
management
fd_wtloss.pdf
Dietary guideline information may be found at:
choosemyplate.gov/
choosemyplate.gov/downloads/
mini_poster_English_final.pdf
Printable materials & graphics:
Our bulletin board also had a
couple of magazine pictures
that promoted the “newest”
diet fad.
choosemyplate.gov/print-materials-ordering/graphicresources.html
choosemyplate.gov/food-groups/downloads/MyPlate/
DG2010Brochure.pdf
choosemyplate.gov/food-groups/downloads/MyPlate/
SelectedMessages.pdf
www.choosemyplate.gov/MyPlateOnCampus
The “skin
tips for lif
nny” on popu
ifelong weigh
pular fad diet
ght maintena
ets &
nance.
 Behavior
and environment
modifications to
promote weight loss
 Healthy Diet
 Exercise
 Under-estimates
the
complexity of emotional eating
and family issues
Less promotion of low carb bars and
food products from Atkins Nutritionals,
Inc.
Encourages less reliance on
processed, low nutrient carbohydrates
Promotes the "Carbs are bad"
mentality
Major restrictions on fruits and
vegetables, whole grains, legumes,
and low fat dairy foods
 Supportive,
hopeful language
 Underestimates
the difficulty
in treating obesity and eating
disorders
 Promotes
a more
balanced diet compared
to other fad diets
 Can
be complicated and
frustrating measuring food
proportions and calories
 Time consuming to plan the diet
 Claims exercise is not
necessary to lose weight
 Can be an expensive diet
 Later
stages of the diet
promote whole grains, lean
protein and dairy,
unsaturated fats, fruits and
vegetables
 Water emphasized
 First
stage of the diet promotes
unhealthy weight loss because
of large calorie restriction
 First stage severely limits
carbohydrates and fruits
 High
in fiber
 Low in total fat, saturated fat,
cholesterol, and calories
 Diet
lacks variety and
important nutrients
 Difficulty getting enough
vitamin B-12 and D
 Difficult to maintain long-term
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Promotes reduced sugar in the diet
Incorporates fruits, vegetables, and
whole grains—good sources of fiber
Encourages lean meats
Cautions against foods high in
saturated fat
Emphasizes portion control
Diet should not be recommended for
children and pregnant women
Sugars labeled as ‘toxic’
Recipes contradict the principles of
the diet
Diet is based on the theory that
insulin, secreted in response to sugar
in carbohydrates, causes a person to
gain weight—there is no conclusive
evidence to support this theory
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Dieting is not always a safe and
effective method of weight loss,
especially over a long period of time.
Most dieters drop several pounds only
to regain the weight and some
additional pounds.
Losing weight requires commitment, but
does not require painstaking workouts
and banning of favorite foods.
The following tips are healthy ways to
lose weight. A weight loss plan must
include dietary changes and physical
activity.
 Eat
 Eat
breakfast everyday
6 small meals
throughout the day
 Include all food groups in
your diet. Variety is key!
 Watch intake of saturated fat,
cholesterol, and sodium
 Watch portion size
 Limit soft drinks and alcohol
 Exercise 4-6 times/week
for 30-60 min.
 Take 10,000 steps per day
 Consult a registered dietitian
The National Institute of
Health Recommends
10 - 35% Protein
45 - 60% Carbohydrate
20 - 35% Fat
Individuals who have lost an average
of 65 pounds or greater and have
maintained at least a 30 pound
weight loss for five years usually eat
the following proportion of nutrients
 Long-term
weight loss
requires a lifestyle change
not a diet
 Dieting may lead to rapid
weight loss initially, but
long-term weight loss is
questionable
 For proper nutrition, ALL
food groups are required in
the diet
 Check out ChooseMyPlate.gov
for guidance for your food
choices