Spotting a Fad Diet or Fad Product

Eat carb's, don't eat carb's, eat lots of meat, don't eat lots of meat, eat butter, don't eat butter... The Four Basic Food Groups, the Food Pyramid, and now "My Plate".  Does all the nutrition information make you want to scream too?  There are so many different "diets"  and diet products out there that it can make your head spin.  It's so hard to know if it will work for you or if it's even good for you.  Some diets or diet products are created by a Doctor and so you feel like this must be a good thing, after all he's a "Doctor".  Or even a nutritionist.

Well I came across an article on www.providentliving.org that helps you decide whether or not the diet is a good one or if it's a fad diet.  Here are a few things to look for to determine if the said diet or diet product is a fad diet.

1. The diet claims large or rapid weight loss.
2. The diet restricts or eliminates certain food groups or requires specific food combinations.
3. The diet promotes miracle foods or makes promises too good to be true.
4. The diet implies weight can be lost without exercise.
5. The diet relies on a rigid menu telling you what to eat and when to eat.
6. The diet contradicts what most health professionals and groups say about food science.

You all know I believe in "moderation in all things".  Be aware that your body needs nutrients from a combination of Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fat in order to function properly.  Just be sure to do your research before following any new diet or diet product, look for the above listed things and if any of those claims are made in the diet or product, run the other way.  A bad diet can do more harm than good to your body.

Exercise time... Stretching and breathing can help improve your mood.  Breathe in deep while raising your arms above your head and push the air out while dropping your arms.  Repeat 10 times.  Then do a few stretches to calm the mind and feel your Spirit with peace.

Heidi's Yummy Steal Cut Oatmeal (serves 1)
1/3 C. Steal Cut Oatmeal
1/2-1 C. Water or milk (liquid depends on whether you like it chewy or not)
a dash of salt (optional)

Bring liquid to a boil, stir in oats, cook until liquid is dissolved... about 20 minutes.  Add in a small apple cut up in small pieces, 1/2 tsp cinnamon or more, 1-3 tsp Brown sugar.  ENJOY!  Taste like apple crisp only it's way better for you!