Niall On Fad Diets
44 views · Published 30 March 2017 · 5:10 · Indexed 10 November 2026
Channel: Life The Basic Manual · 2017 · Education
Niall discusses fad diets, and why they often fail. Any diet that relies on a simplistic strategy such as cutting out fats or carbohydrates may not be helpful in terms of maintaining your overall health. People are drawn to simplistic solutions because they seem easy to implement, but actually, there is no substitute for eating a healthy diet. Simply counting calories or cutting out food groups is a one size fits all solution to what is in fact a unique set of circumstances. Everyone has a differing set of dietary needs. Overall, research shows that weight lost abruptly on restrictive diets is rarely maintained. Instead, when dieters resume ‘normal’ eating they tend to yo yo back to their previous weight. The evidence is also that we need healthy fats, enough protein but not too much, enough carbohydrate but not too much, and plenty of fresh vegetables. To absorb vitamins and minerals from our food we actually need some fats. Niall suggests that our diet needs to reflect the reality of our lives. The internet is awash with dubious diet advice. But if we reflect on what is necessary for our own health, and what resources are available to us, we can find the right way forward for ourselves. The discussion in this video is not a substitute for medical advice, so please consult a health professional before making radical changes to your diet or beginning an exercise program. SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE VIDEOS https://www.youtube.com/c/lifethebasicmanual?sub_confirmation=1 FIND LIFE THE BASIC MANUAL HERE http://lifethebasicmanual.com http://www.facebook.com/lifethebasicmanual http://instagram.com/lifethebasicmanual http://twitter.com/BasicManual
