The document discusses the history of various fad diets from the 1960s to the 1990s, including the Atkins diet, Scarsdale diet, and South Beach diet. It examines factors to consider when evaluating any diet and provides facts and myths about weight loss. The document concludes with 10 tips for healthy weight maintenance, such as limiting calories from drinks, eating more slowly, and finding an exercise partner.

1. Fad Diets The AMAZING no hunger plan that has helped millions lose weight and keep it off! 7 Days that will change your life forever! Weight loss FREEDOM! Eat delicious food, lose weight and NEVER be hungry!

2. A Brief History 1960 Drinking Man’s Diet eat steak, drink red wine 1967 Stillman’s Quick Weight Loss Diet cut carbs, HUGE amounts of water 1972 Atkins’ Diet Revolution AMA brings charges against diet 1973 Richard Simmons, fitness guru

3. Brief History cont. 1978 Scarsdale Medical Diet joins high protein craze 1979 Pritikin Program very low-fat, very low taste 1980 Beverly Hills Diet 10 days of fruit and water 1988 Optifast Oprah loses (and regains) 67 pounds

4. More Brief History 1995 The Zone back to the high protein craze 1996 Fen-Phen >25% have heart valve damage 1997 The Revolutionary Weight Control SugarBusters! Atkins’ NEW Diet Revolution EAT for Your TYPE

5. How to SIZE up Any Diet Is it SAFE? Is it NUTRITIONALLY SOUND? Does it sound TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE? Does it promise RAPID WEIGHT LOSS? Is it PRACTICAL? Does the diet CONSIDER special occasions, eating out, feeding family? Does the program include PHYSICAL ACTIVITY? Does the program include weight loss MAINTENANCE? Are you encouraged to CHECK with your doctor first?

6. LOOKing at a few popular diets: The Atkins Diet The Carbohydrate Addict’s Diet Eat Right 4 Your Type SugarBusters ! The Zone Dr. Phil’s Ultimate Weight Solution

7. What do You Think?

8. Fact or Fiction Fad diets work for permanent weight loss. Skipping meals is a good way to lose weight. I can lose weight while eating anything I want.

9. Fact or Fiction Eating after 8 p.m. causes weight gain. Certain foods, like grapefruit, celery, or cabbage soup, can burn fat and make you lose weight. Natural or herbal weight-loss products are safe and effective.

10. Fact or Fiction Nuts are fattening, red meat is bad for your health, fresh fruits and vegetables are more nutritious than frozen or canned, starches (carbohydrates) are fattening and should be limited, dairy products are fattening and unhealthy. Fast foods are always an unhealthy choice and you should not eat them when dieting. Fish has no fat or cholesterol.

11. Fact or Fiction High-protein/low-carbohydrate diets are a healthy way to lose weight. Low-fat or no fat means no calories. Becoming vegetarian means you are sure to lose weight and be healthier.

12. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Curb calorie density

13. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Shrink your servings

14. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Limit (some) choices

15. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Curb liquid calories

16. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Make movement a part of your life

17. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Keep moving to keep from gaining

18. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Break it UP

19. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Find A Friend

20. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Set realistic goals

21. 10 Tips for Staying Lean Think healthy not just skinny

22. Summing it all UP A healthy diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products, along with regular physical activity, can help most people manage and maintain weight loss. Follow these guidelines for a lifetime of good health. (from the American Heart Association)