Every year there seems to be a new fad diet trend that promises quick and easy weight loss. However, these diets are often unhealthy and unsustainable. The British Dietetics Association (BDA) has revealed the top five fad diets to avoid in 2017.

1. The Alkaline Diet

The Alkaline Diet claims to balance the pH levels in your body by eating certain foods and avoiding others.

While it is true that some foods can affect the pH levels in your urine, there is no evidence to suggest that diet can change the pH levels in your blood. The diet recommends cutting out acid-forming foods like meat and dairy, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies.

2. The Blood Group Diet

The Blood Group Diet claims that your blood type can determine what foods you should eat. However, there is no scientific evidence to support this idea. The diet recommends cutting out entire food groups, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies.

3. The Dukan Diet

The Dukan Diet is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet that promises quick weight loss. However, it is a restrictive diet that eliminates entire food groups, including fruits and vegetables, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies.

The diet is also high in saturated fat, which can increase your risk of heart disease.

4. The Clean Eating Diet

The Clean Eating Diet promotes eating whole, unprocessed foods. While this is a healthy concept, the diet suggests cutting out entire food groups like dairy and gluten, which can lead to nutrient deficiencies.

The diet also promotes the idea that certain foods are “dirty” or “clean,” which can lead to an unhealthy relationship with food.

5. The Paleolithic Diet

The Paleolithic Diet, also known as the Caveman Diet, is based on the idea that humans should eat like our ancient ancestors did. The diet recommends eating lean meat, fish, fruits, and vegetables, and cutting out grains, legumes, and dairy.

However, there is no evidence that humans were healthier in the Paleolithic era, and the diet is often high in saturated fat and low in calcium.

Conclusion

While fad diets may promise quick weight loss, they are often unhealthy and unsustainable.

The best way to achieve and maintain a healthy weight is to adopt a balanced diet that includes a variety of foods from all food groups, and to engage in regular physical activity.