Types of diets

Question 1

Atkins diet

Answer 1

high-protein, low carb

can lead to more weight loss in first 6 months, but by 12 months most gain it back or more

stresses liver and kidneys

Question 2

blood type diet

Answer 2

theory that people with different blood types respond differently to foods

some evidence to support link between lectins and disease

Question 3

Ornish diet

Answer 3

low fat & protein, high in whole grain natural complex carbs

excludes all animal products except nonfat milk and nonfat yogurt, restricts all plant foods high in fats like avocados, nuts, seeds

studies show can reverse heart disease, but too limiting in providing beneficial fats and excludes fish which have fish oil and omega-3

Question 4

macrobiotic diet

Answer 4

only organic
2-3 meals a day
whole grains, vegetables, beans, tofu, sea vegetables, nuts, seeds, fresh fish

can be beneficial for people with cancer and cardiovascular disease

Question 5

vegetarian diet

Answer 5

50% less likely to die from cancer or heart disease

recommend plant based with small amounts of meat and fish

Question 6

zone diet

Answer 6

dietary ratio of 40% carbs, 30% protein, 30% fat

800-1200 calories

not enough focus on food type, plant based nutrients