Savvy Psychologist

4 reasons your diets fail

Aug 18, 2023

11:32

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Discover why diets fail and learn about unsustainable eating habits, unrealistic expectations, societal pressures, and metabolic adaptation. Find guidelines for successful diet management, stress-reducing activities, and non-scale victories to monitor progress.

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Diets fail due to unsustainable restrictions, leading to deprivation and cravings.

Lack of individualization in diets disregards personal differences, making personalized approaches more effective.

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Reasons Diets Fail: Unsustainability

One reason diets fail is due to their general unsustainability. Many diets are too restrictive, eliminating certain food groups or severely reducing calorie intake. These extreme restrictions can be difficult to maintain long-term, leading to feelings of deprivation, cravings, and a higher likelihood of abandoning the diet. It's important to develop a diet that can be reasonably maintained for the long term.

Introduction

5min

Reasons Diets Fail and Guidelines for Healthy Eating

5min

Managing Stress and Monitoring Progress: Keys to a Healthy Diet

3min

We know that 95% of diets fail—so why do we still follow fads and trends? Here are four reasons your diets fail and six ways that you can enact lasting wellness instead.

Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.

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