1. Keto Diet

2. Intermittent Fasting

3. Paleo Diet

4. Veganism

5. Mediterranean Diet

6. Flexitarian Diet

7. DASH Diet

8. Plant-Based Protein

9. Gut Health Diet

10. Smoothie Cleanses

Dieting trends are constantly evolving, with new approaches and techniques gaining popularity each year.

In 2018, several dieting trends emerged as the top choices for individuals seeking healthy and sustainable ways to lose weight and improve their overall well-being.

1. The Keto Diet

The ketogenic diet, or keto diet for short, gained significant popularity in 2018. This low-carb, high-fat diet aims to induce a state of ketosis in the body, where it burns fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates.

The diet primarily involves consuming foods that are rich in healthy fats, moderate in protein, and low in carbs.

2. Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting is not a diet per se but an eating pattern that gained significant attention in 2018. It involves cycling between periods of fasting and eating.

The most popular method is the 16/8 method, where individuals fast for 16 hours and limit their eating window to 8 hours each day. This approach is known to aid weight loss and offer several health benefits.

3. The Paleo Diet

The Paleo diet, also known as the caveman diet, focuses on eating foods that were available to our ancestors during the Paleolithic era.

It emphasizes whole foods such as lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds while excluding processed foods, grains, dairy products, and refined sugars.

4. Veganism

Veganism gained significant traction in 2018, as more individuals decided to adopt a plant-based lifestyle for ethical, environmental, and health reasons.

The vegan diet excludes all animal products, including meat, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey, and instead relies on plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds.

5. The Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean diet is a popular eating pattern inspired by the traditional cuisine of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It emphasizes the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish, and healthy fats such as olive oil.

This diet is known for its heart-healthy benefits and has gained recognition as one of the best diets for overall health.

6. The Flexitarian Diet

A flexible approach to eating, the flexitarian diet combines the benefits of vegetarianism with occasional meat consumption. It promotes a plant-based diet while allowing individuals to occasionally enjoy small amounts of meat and animal products.

This approach is appealing to those looking to reduce their meat consumption without fully adopting a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle.

7. The DASH Diet

The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet was originally developed to help lower blood pressure. However, it has gained popularity as a well-rounded and healthy eating plan.

The DASH diet emphasizes consuming fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products while limiting salt, sugar, and saturated fats.

8. Plant-Based Protein

In 2018, the popularity of plant-based protein sources skyrocketed as more individuals sought alternatives to traditional meat sources.

Plant-based protein options such as tofu, tempeh, lentils, quinoa, and chickpeas gained recognition as excellent sources of protein, offering a healthier and more sustainable choice compared to animal-derived proteins.

9. The Gut Health Diet

The importance of gut health gained significant attention in 2018, leading to the emergence of diets centered around improving one’s gut health.

These diets aim to support a healthy gut microbiome by emphasizing the consumption of fiber-rich foods, fermented foods, and probiotics while avoiding processed foods, artificial sweeteners, and excessive antibiotic use.

10. Smoothie Cleanses

Smoothie cleanses gained traction in 2018 as a popular way to detoxify the body and kick-start weight loss. These cleanses involve replacing meals with nutrient-dense smoothies made from fruits, vegetables, and other healthful ingredients.

Smoothie cleanses are often used as short-term strategies to promote weight loss and increase fruit and vegetable intake.