In This Issue (5 min):

• ​Eat for the Life You Want, Not Just the Season You’re In​
• ​What the Evidence Tells Us — and What You Should Remember ​

Eat for the Life You Want, Not Just the Season You’re In: A Comparison of Today’s Most Popular Diets

As summer approaches, it’s tempting to chase quick fixes in the name of a “beach body.” Fad diets surge in popularity this time of year, luring many with the promise of fast results, but often at the expense of long-term health. That’s why I’m sharing this bookmark-worthy comparison: a clear-eyed look at popular diets versus evidence-based approaches that support more than just your waistline. Think steady blood sugar, improved cholesterol, healthy blood pressure, reduced inflammation, and protection from chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and Alzheimer's dementia. This isn’t about short-term gains; it’s about building a body that feels strong, energized, and resilient all year long.

Trend-Driven Diets After 6 Months

Clinically Validated Diets After 6 Months

Abbreviation Legend

1. LDL – Low-Density Lipoprotein (often called “bad” cholesterol)
2. HDL – High-Density Lipoprotein (often called “good” cholesterol)
3. TG – Triglycerides
4. A1c – Hemoglobin A1c (average blood sugar over 3 months)
5. SBP – Systolic Blood Pressure (top number in a BP reading)
6. BP – Blood Pressure
7. CKD – Chronic Kidney Disease
8. CRP – C-Reactive Protein (marker of inflammation)
9. T2D – Type 2 Diabetes
10. IGF‑1 – Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (linked to aging and cellular growth)

What The Evidence Tells Us And What You Should Remember

Ditch the fad diets. Fad diets promise quick fixes but often fail to nourish long-term health, leaving you chasing results instead of sustaining them.

• The differences between well-researched diets are minimal - no single diet clearly outperforms the others when adherence and sustainability are factored in.
• Diets can offer structure in the short term, but long-term health is built on awareness of how food makes you feel, what choices truly nourish you, and the ripple effects of consistent, healthy behaviours.
• Even with validated diets, weight loss often fades by the 12-month mark. That tells us something crucial - there’s more to health than just what’s on your plate. Your habits, your mindset, and your support system matter just as much.
• Manipulating macronutrients can serve a purpose in certain health conditions, but for most, it’s not essential. The answer is rarely complicated: whole, real food remains the gold standard.
• The best diet is the one you can consistently follow, that keeps you satisfied, and doesn’t strain your budget or sanity.

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Dr. Dominika Zarzeczny Naturopathic Doctor ​ 📧 hello@drdominika.com​ 🌐 www.drdominika.com​ ​​​

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