Harmful Diets/Weight-loss Strategies Flashcards
What is a fad diet?
Diets that emphasize an extreme approach
Eating only a type or group of foods
Negative physical effects <- can gain weight back
What is a low-carbohydrate diet?
Eliminates carbs and replaces with foods high in protein and fat
Sugars from carbs are not available to be used into energy
Body must convert storage fat to ⚡️
What are some issues of a low-carb diet?
Increased fat intake -> heart disease High cholesterol (bad cholesterol) Low energy levels affect exercise
What is a liquid diet?
Meal replacement to liquids rich in nutrients (some only liquids, some certain meals)
Calorie reduction -> weight loss
What problems can occur with a liquid diet?
Needs a balance of nutrients
Missing nutrients can cause dizziness, nausea, and weakness
Lack of fiber -> constipation
Lack of protein -> loss of lean mass
What is the fasting diet?
Don’t eat
Severity varies by diet
Body must use stored fat for energy
Potential problems with the fasting diet are?
Metabolism slows -> food is not being eaten
Afterwards, may overeat
Dizziness, nausea, constipation, and fatigue are common
What are diet pills?
Promises to…
Suppress appetite
Give energy (include stimulants)
Include fiber, expands to fill stomach
What problems are related to diet pills?
Heart problems Elevated blood pressure Difficulty sleeping Headaches Complications -> death
What are diuretics?
Remove fluids from the body
Force kidneys to increase urination
Reduce water in body -> weight loss
What are some problems with diuretics?
Dehydration will occur
Potassium deficiency
Compromised internal organ function
Fatigue, weakness, and nausea
What are surgical solutions?
Reducing stomach size through stapling/banding
Limit of food can be consumed
What are some potential issues with surgical solutions?
Block nutrients absorption in the small intestine
^ compensate with large amounts of vitamin pills
Don’t help when high-calorie drinks are consumed
What are some dietary trends? (Con.)
Convenience foods
^ Little nutritional value
High in sodium, sugar, and fat
What are some dietary trends (Org.)
Organic foods
^ Natural fertilizers
Birds/insects to control pests
Feed animals /w organic feed
No growth hormones used on animals
