Abstract
This article examines popular diet plans for weight loss and provides information about their efficacy. Diets covered include: very-low-calorie and low-calorie diets; low-fat and very-low-fat diets; moderate-fat, low-calorie diets; and low-carbohydrate, high-protein diets. The importance of portion size and behavioral change is also discussed.
MeSH terms
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Caloric Restriction / methods
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Choice Behavior
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Diet Fads* / psychology
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Diet, Carbohydrate-Restricted / methods
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Diet, Fat-Restricted / methods
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Diet, Reducing / methods*
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Diet, Reducing / psychology
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Dietary Proteins / administration & dosage
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Energy Intake
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Energy Metabolism
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Exercise
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Feeding Behavior
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Humans
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Internet
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Life Style
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Menu Planning
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Motivation
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Nurse's Role
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Nutritional Sciences / education
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Registries
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United States
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Weight Loss / physiology*